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Christopher Newport Honors William R. Walker Jr.
Friday, September 20, 2019
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Christopher Newport recognized the contributions of local leader and former member of the Board of Visitors William R. Walker Jr. with a ceremony unveiling a historic marker in Walker’s honor.
The plaque, located next to the Gregory P. ...
Core Curriculum Earns “A” Grade; Only Public University in the U.S. With Perfect Score
Thursday, September 19, 2019
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Christopher Newport University’s innovative core curriculum has earned an “A” grade from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA). Only 22 universities in the nation, public and private, were so honored. ...
President Trible Introduces Inspiring Leadership Initiative
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
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President Trible introduced the Inspiring Leadership initiative on September 18, 2019 in a speech to the University’s faculty and staff. That date is the 58th anniversary of the founding of Christopher Newport.
Here is how he described ...
Electrical Engineering Students Benefit as Christopher Newport’s Program Gets ABET Accreditation
Monday, September 09, 2019
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Christopher Newport's bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering has been accredited by ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering ...
Dr. Elizabeth Kaufer Busch Awarded Inaugural Walker Endowed Professorship in American Studies
Tuesday, September 03, 2019
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Dr. Elizabeth Kaufer Busch, a prominent scholar in the field of civic education, has been named the inaugural holder of the Laura and Pete Walker Endowed Professorship in American studies.
Busch is co-director of the Center for American Studies ...
New Graduate Program Launched to Meet Growing Demand for Financial Analysts
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
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To meet the demands of an increasingly data-driven digital economy, Christopher Newport is introducing Virginia’s first public university master’s degree program in financial analysis.
The Board of Visitors and higher ...
Four Professors Receive Faculty Excellence Awards
Friday, August 23, 2019
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Four Christopher Newport professors received 2019 Faculty Excellence Awards, including a new recognition for work across disciplines.
The eighth annual awards recognize exceptional achievements in teaching, scholarship, service and thinking ...
Athletic Teams Will Play at Newly Named TowneBank Stadium
Friday, August 16, 2019
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The football and track and field facility is now named TowneBank Stadium as a result of a continuing partnership between Christopher Newport and one of the largest banks headquartered in Virginia.
Christopher Newport President Paul Trible and ...
Christopher Newport Ranked in the Nation’s Top 20 Universities in Key Areas
Thursday, August 08, 2019
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From “happiest students” to “most beautiful campus,” new rankings from the Princeton Review put Christopher Newport among the nation’s elite universities in key areas of interest to ...
Leadership Studies Minor Wins Major Award
Monday, July 22, 2019
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Christopher Newport University’s minor in leadership studies – a program one of its faculty describes as “winged with hope” – was honored with the Outstanding Program Award from the Association of ...
University Mourns the Passing of Alum and Longtime Staff Member Lucy Latchum
Monday, July 15, 2019
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Lucy L. Latchum, whose contributions and vibrant personality enriched the University immeasurably, died July 9 after a battle with melanoma. She was 71.
After studying English at Christopher Newport and graduating, Lucy Latchum served her alma ...
Programs to Fight Cyber Crime and Train Cybersecurity Experts Expanded
Friday, June 21, 2019
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Christopher Newport University is joining an ambitious Virginia effort to deepen understanding of cyber threats and train more experts in cybersecurity.
The Commonwealth Cybersecurity Initiative (CCI), recently certified by the Virginia Research ...
Annual STEM Community Day
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
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It’s never too early to get interested in STEM. Christopher Newport, along with Newport News Public Schools, partnered to host the annual STEM Community Day on June 1 in the Freeman Center to help children and their families explore the ...
Christopher Newport and Thomas Nelson Forge Captains Connection to Boost Tech and Engineering Programs
Thursday, May 30, 2019
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Christopher Newport and Thomas Nelson Community College have launched the Captains Connection – an innovative program to increase the number of job-ready graduates in high-demand technology and engineering fields.
Thomas Nelson ...
Spring 2019 Dean's List
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
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Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce the Dean's List for the spring 2019 semester. These students were enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, earned no final grade below C and earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.0 ...
Christopher Newport Takes New Steps to Make College More Accessible and Affordable for All Students
Monday, April 29, 2019
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To help students from diverse backgrounds learn about, prepare for and apply to Christopher Newport, the university is joining forces with two prominent organizations: the Coalition for College and Strive for College.
“We want to give ...
Board of Visitors Meeting Announcement
Monday, April 22, 2019
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Pursuant to §2.2-3707 of the Code of Virginia, the university provides notice that the Board of Visitors will meet on May 31, 2019 in the David Student Union.
Please click the link below for the annual meeting schedule and the agenda ...
Board Approves Tuition Freeze for All Students
Friday, April 05, 2019
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The Executive Committee of the Board of Visitors approved a tuition freeze for 2019 freshmen and all returning students. The unanimous vote follows adoption by the General Assembly and approval by Gov. Ralph Northam of a state budget that ...
Suzanne Scheuble to Deliver Commencement Address
Monday, April 01, 2019
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Suzanne Scheuble, founder of a home for abandoned and orphaned children in Ethiopia, will deliver the keynote address at commencement on May 11, 2019.
This will be her second visit to campus as an invited speaker. Shortly after opening ...
Leading Archaeologist and Jewish Studies Scholar Named to Lead New Program
Sunday, March 17, 2019
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Dr. Richard Freund, a prominent archaeologist, historian and explorer, has been appointed to a new position at Christopher Newport where he will lead Judaic studies and build strong ties with the Jewish community throughout our country.
Freund ...
New Wason Center Poll Finds an Independent on 2020 Ballot Would Tip Election for Trump
Monday, February 25, 2019
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Five times as many voters would defect from the Democratic nominee to an independent presidential candidate in 2020 as would abandon Donald Trump for an independent, according to a national survey of likely voters by the Wason Center for Public ...
Women in STEM Exploration Day Opens Doors for Middle, High School Students
Monday, February 18, 2019
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Over 100 women, including students from middle and high schools, female STEM majors, faculty and professionals from Newport News Shipbuilding, attended Christopher Newport’s first Women in STEM Exploration Day.
The daylong event ...
American Studies Professor Receives Virginia's Highest Award for Teaching Excellence
Monday, February 18, 2019
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Jonathan W. White, associate professor of American studies, will receive the 2019 State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) Outstanding Faculty Award.
Dr. White is one of the nation’s foremost experts on Abraham ...
Alumni and Others Share Tips on the Art and Science of Getting a Science Job
Thursday, January 31, 2019
College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences, Organismal and Environmental Biology, Molecular Biology and Chemistry
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Three Christopher Newport graduates who are accomplished scientists will return to campus to offer career advice to current students.
The scientists will participate in a Women-in-Science panel discussion during the weekly environmental jobs ...
Princeton Review Names Christopher Newport as a “Best Value” College
Wednesday, January 30, 2019
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Saying it “provides a private school atmosphere at a public university cost,” the Princeton Review named Christopher Newport University one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking a superb education with ...
Spring 2019 Career Fair
Monday, January 21, 2019
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Lives will change for the better at Christopher Newport’s upcoming Career Fair. Students will meet future employers for the first time, find out about an internship they never knew existed or decide to advance their education in a way ...
Fall 2018 Dean's List
Monday, January 21, 2019
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Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce the Dean’s List for the fall 2018 semester. These students were enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, earned no final grade below C and earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 ...
Students and Faculty Contribute to Landmark Report on Challenges Facing Peninsula Nonprofits
Thursday, January 17, 2019
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Students at Christopher Newport learning about social work have discovered a hard truth: nonprofits in communities near campus are seeing demand for services outpace resources. That means some people may go without, whether they need help with ...
Program With Peninsula Community Leader Highlights MLK Day Events
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
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Christopher Newport students, faculty and staff will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a major university event and a student-organized procession to the Pope Chapel.
At 3 p.m. on Monday, January 21, Edith G. White will keynote a ...
Application Fee Waived for Children of Federal Workers and Federal Contractors
Monday, January 14, 2019
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Christopher Newport is waiving its application fee for the children of federal employees and federal contractors who are facing missed paychecks due to the government shutdown.
“At a time when high school seniors are applying to ...
CNU Establishes New Leadership Studies Partnership With University of Virginia
Thursday, January 10, 2019
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To boost graduating students who want to continue their education, Christopher Newport University has forged a new admissions partnership with the University of Virginia’s renowned Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public ...
Alumni Society Award for Excellence in Teaching and Mentoring
Thursday, December 13, 2018
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A leading teacher and scholar on U.S. national security and political philosophy, Dr. Nathan Busch takes a Socratic approach in the classroom, encouraging thought-provoking discussion and never shying away from contentious topics. Read the full ...
New Community Captains Program Will Ease Local Students’ Path to College
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
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A new, pioneering program will grant early admission to Christopher Newport University to as many as 75 highly qualified Newport News high school sophomores per year.
At a Warwick High School ceremony attended by students, teachers, counselors ...
PCSE Department Hosts Professional Etiquette Dinner
Monday, November 26, 2018
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Christopher Newport's Department of Physics, Computer Science and Engineering (PCSE) recently hosted the Women in STEM Professional Etiquette Dinner on campus. Over 70 female CNU students, faculty, staff from Newport News Shipbuilding and guests ...
Christopher Newport Adopts the Captains Commitment, a Unique Tuition and Fee Guarantee
Friday, November 16, 2018
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Beginning next fall, new freshmen at Christopher Newport University will pay a guaranteed tuition rate – the Captains Commitment – that provides tuition certainty and encourages on-time graduation.
Christopher Newport will be ...
National College Honor Society Inducts 111 Captains
Thursday, November 15, 2018
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The Alpha Chi Honor Society at Christopher Newport University has inducted 111 high-performing students, all juniors and seniors in the top 10 percent of their class.
Christopher Newport’s Alpha Chi chapter was chartered in 1977. It ...
Wason Center Builds National Reputation for Midterm Forecast and Cutting Edge Polling
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
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Whether accurately predicting the outcome of the elections via innovative election forecasting and polling or offering insight and analysis to scores of national and international media outlets, the Wason Center for Public Policy at Christopher ...
CNU Forecaster Says Negative Partisanship Will Decide 2020 Election
Wednesday, November 07, 2018
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Fresh off predicting the outcome of the 2018 midterm elections months ahead of other forecasters, political scientist Rachel Bitecofer says the same factors driving Democrats’ 2018 success will be in play for 2020 so long as Donald ...
CNU Students Win International Leadership Association Competition
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
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A team of Christopher Newport students won first place in the 2018 International Leadership Association (ILA) Global Conference case study competition, defeating teams from across the nation. The ILA is the largest worldwide community committed ...
University Adopts Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Thursday, November 01, 2018
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The Christopher Newport University community engages and respects different viewpoints, understands the cultural and structural context in which those viewpoints emerge, and questions the development of our own perspectives and values, as these ...
Christopher Newport to Test Emergency Notification Systems
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
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Christopher Newport University will conduct a test all of its emergency notification systems, including all messaging systems and outdoor sirens on Thursday, October 18, at 10:45 a.m.
Residents should not be alarmed. This is a standard ...
Board of Visitors to Consider Guaranteed Tuition Plan
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
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To provide families and students four years of financial certainty, the Executive Committee of the Board of Visitors has approved a proposal to implement a unique guaranteed tuition and fee program – the CNU Guarantee – for ...
A Labor of Love
Monday, October 08, 2018
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Rather than spending her summer at the beach, Dr. Michelle Lange was hard at work launching a nonprofit organization. The new venture, named Pay it For Her, is an anonymous crowdfunding platform that allows people to make donations that are then ...
New Neuroscience Degree to Be Offered
Monday, September 17, 2018
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The State Council of Higher Education in Virginia has approved CNU's proposal to offer a bachelor of science degree in neuroscience. Students can enroll in the new degree program starting in January 2019, with the first conferral of the degree in ...
CNU Breaks Into Top 10 Among Southern Universities in New U.S. News Rankings
Monday, September 10, 2018
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In the 2019 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Christopher Newport ranks 4th among public universities in the South and has now risen to 10th among all Southern regional universities.
CNU is also listed at No. 54 in the publication's Best ...
First Electric Car Charging Port at CNU Revealed
Sunday, September 09, 2018
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The senior gift of the Class of 2018 was revealed as an electric car charging port – CNU’s first – on the ground level of the Ferguson Center Parking Deck. The Level-2 SemmaConnect EV charging station is capable of ...
Governor Northam to Join Christopher Newport for Trible Library Dedication Ceremony
Wednesday, September 05, 2018
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A Trible Library Dedication Ceremony will be held Monday, September 10, 2018, from 8-8:30 p.m., at the East Entrance of the Trible Library.
At approximately 8 p.m., Governor Ralph Northam and Christopher Newport President Paul Trible will ...
Christopher Newport Earns National Recognition as a College of Distinction
Friday, August 10, 2018
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Christopher Newport University was again named a College of Distinction by a top national guide to colleges that highlights innovative learning opportunities at top schools.
The Colleges of Distinction guide is used by over 40,000 guidance ...
Christopher Newport Named a 2019 Best College
Monday, August 06, 2018
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Christopher Newport is included in The Princeton Review’s 2019 Edition of “The Best 384 Colleges” guide for students and parents. Only 15 percent of America’s 2,500 four-year colleges receive this ...
New Director Joins Reiff Center
Thursday, August 02, 2018
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The Reiff Center for Human Rights and Conflict resolution has welcomed a new director, Dr. Suparna Chaudhry. Named in honor of Dr. Theodore R. Reiff, a retired physician, medical educator, researcher and founding president of the Genocide ...
CNU and Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Announce New Partnership
Monday, July 02, 2018
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Christopher Newport has established a new partnership with the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Members of the CNU community, including students, staff, faculty, alumni, parents and friends, are now eligible for a new and free Collegiate ...
Women's Golf Debuts
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
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With an experienced coaching staff and skilled players, CNU has quickly discovered the winning formula to advance its new women's golf program for years to come. Entering his 10th year as head coach of men’s golf this year, Jamie ...
Steven Harris Awarded Project SEED Grant
Friday, June 22, 2018
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The American Chemical Society has awarded Dr. Steven Harris, lecturer of chemistry, a $5,000 Project SEED grant. Project SEED is a summer research internship program for economically disadvantaged, high-achieving high school chemistry ...
National Association for Campus Activities Elects Katie Winstead Reichner to Board
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
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The National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) has elected Katie Winstead Reichner, Associate Director of Student Activities, to its board of directors.
"My time as a volunteer with NACA has been an excellent complement to my work ...
New Service Distinction Leadership Program Launched
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
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The Center for Community Engagement (CCE) has announced the addition of a new component to the university’s Service Distinction Program, which recognizes students for completing a minimum of 140 hours of service in the community. ...
Spring 2018 Dean's List
Thursday, May 17, 2018
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Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce the Dean’s List for the spring 2018 semester. These students were enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, earned no final grade below C and earned a grade point average of at least ...
Spring 2018 Graduates
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
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Christopher Newport University awarded diplomas at the 92nd Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 13, 2018, to spring 2018 graduates. Graduating students’ names are listed in alphabetical order. Congratulations to all!
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Senior Wins Social Work Student of the Year Award
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
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The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Virginia chapter has awarded Christopher Newport senior Marianna Ferguson the 2018 Bachelor’s in Social Work Student of the Year Award. Ferguson earned the award thanks to her ...
David Shuhy Awarded Grant to Establish Summer Theater Design Program
Thursday, April 12, 2018
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Dr. David Shuhy, lecturer in the Department of Theater and Dance, has been awarded a grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts to establish the Immersive Design Experience (IDX) program. The studio-based program will enable high school ...
Canon Virginia and Christopher Newport Announce New $300,000 Scholarship Program
Monday, April 09, 2018
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With an aligned passion to create a new generation of both engineers and leaders, Canon Virginia, Inc. and Christopher Newport University signed a new agreement last fall to create the Canon Virginia, Inc. Leadership Scholarship.
The new ...
Wason Center for Public Policy to Host Debates
Friday, April 06, 2018
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The Judy Ford Wason Center for Public Policy will host a mayoral debate and City Council forum at Christopher Newport in advance of the May 1, 2018 citywide elections. Dr. Quentin Kidd, dean of the College of Social Sciences and director of the ...
Business Majors Win Second Place in Data Analytics Competition
Friday, April 06, 2018
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A team of four Christopher Newport seniors, Kaitlyn Neitz, Brandon Bell, David Negrin and Max Katcher placed second at an annual business data analytics competition hosted by the University of Pittsburgh.
The two-day tournament was held March ...
Art Major Honored in Local Gallery Competition
Wednesday, April 04, 2018
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Senior art major Rhonda Hughes has won recognition from the Hampton Arts League for her oil painting “The Witch is Home.” She earned a cash prize and the inclusion of her painting in a public exhibition with the other winners ...
PCSE Holds Women in Science and Engineering Panel Discussions
Friday, March 30, 2018
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The Department of Physics, Computer Science and Engineering (PCSE) held two panel discussions on women in science and engineering to celebrate Women’s History Month.
The first event, Empowering Female Leadership, Mentorship and ...
Board of Visitors Announces April Meeting
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
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Christopher Newport University's Board of Visitors will meet on April 27, 2018, in the David Student Union, at 12:30 p.m., to set the 2018-19 tuition and fee schedule for all in-state and out-of-state undergraduate and graduate students.
As ...
North Korean Defector Yeonmi Park to Speak at CNU
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
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Yeonmi Park, a 24-year-old human rights activist and North Korean defector, will deliver the keynote address at the 2018 Global Status of Women and Girls Conference. This year's conference is titled “Women, Social Change and Activism," ...
Christopher Newport to Participate in Statewide Tornado Drill
Monday, March 19, 2018
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Christopher Newport University will participate in Virginia’s annual statewide tornado drill tomorrow, Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at 9:45 a.m. The statewide tornado drill is a yearly opportunity to prepare our community for tornado ...
Hampton University President to Deliver 2018 Commencement Address
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
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Dr. William R. Harvey, President of Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia, will deliver the keynote address at commencement on May 12, 2018.
“This is a special year in the life of Dr. Harvey and Hampton University. We are proud to ...
A Mutually Beneficial Relationship
Wednesday, February 21, 2018
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Through several key partnerships, Riverside Health System (RHS) plays a pivotal role in the life and success of Christopher Newport as one of the University’s leading contributors.
RMG Scholars
As our undergraduates make a significant ...
Annual LifeLong Learning Conferences Scheduled
Thursday, February 15, 2018
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Gardening Symposium
Christopher Newport’s Lifelong Learning Society (LLS) will present the 21st annual Gardening Symposium on Saturday, March 24, 2018, from 7 a.m. – 3:45 p.m., in the Freeman Center. This year’s ...
Accounting Majors to Provide Free Tax Services
Thursday, February 01, 2018
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Luter School of Business students will prepare and e-file tax returns this year. The free service is geared toward low-to-moderate income taxpayers, and returns will be prepared by accounting majors certified by the IRS-sponsored Volunteer Income ...
Alumna Wins $12,000 Teaching Excellence Award
Monday, January 15, 2018
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Lindsey Pantele ‘09, MAT ‘10 is one of only 16 winners statewide of an R.E.B Award for Teaching Excellence, which recognize public school teachers who distinguish themselves by their inspiring classroom performance. The ...
December 2017 Graduates
Monday, January 08, 2018
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Christopher Newport University awarded diplomas on Friday, December 15 to its fall 2017 graduates. The graduating students’ names are listed in alphabetical order.
Last NameFirst NameMiddleDegree ...
Fall 2017 Dean's List
Monday, January 08, 2018
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Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce the Dean’s List for the fall 2017 semester. These students were enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, earned no final grade below C and earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 ...
Poets&Quants for Undergrads Names Luter School a Best Undergraduate Business School
Tuesday, December 05, 2017
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Poets&Quants for Undergrads, an online publication for undergraduate business education news, has released its Best Undergraduate Business Schools 2017 rankings, placing Christopher Newport's Joseph W. Luter, III Business School at No. ...
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Reaffirms Christopher Newport Accreditation
Tuesday, December 05, 2017
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On Tuesday, December 5, Christopher Newport's accrediting agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), reaffirmed the University’s accreditation.
The decision by the accrediting agency is ...
University Unveils the H. Westcott Cunningham Welcome Center
Friday, December 01, 2017
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The University has unveiled the H. Westcott Cunningham Welcome Center in Christopher Newport Hall, honoring the first president of Christopher Newport College.
H. Westcott "Scotty" Cunningham established a new college for the people of the ...
Teacher Prep Programs Recognized for National Excellence
Friday, December 01, 2017
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The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) has named Christopher Newport one of only 101 colleges and universities in the United States to receive accreditation for their educator preparation programs. The CAEP standards are ...
Marketing Professor Named Gannon University Distinguished Alumni
Monday, October 30, 2017
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Dr. Lisa Spiller, distinguished professor of marketing in the Joseph W. Luter, III School of Business, has been recognized as the 2017 Distinguished Alumni Honoree of the College of Engineering and Business at Gannon University.
Spiller earned ...
Announcing Summer 2017 Graduates
Monday, October 23, 2017
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Christopher Newport University awarded diplomas to its summer 2017 graduates on August 11, 2017. The graduating students' names are listed in alphabetical order. Congratulations to all!
NameDegree GrantedMajor
Andrew T. ...
CNU Receives Society of Christian Philosophers Reading Group Award
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
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Christopher Newport’s Department of Philosophy and Religion is the recipient of a Society of Christian Philosophers Plantinga Reading Group award. The group will be led by Dr. Eric Silverman, associate professor in the Department of ...
Christopher Newport Endorses Growth4VA Campaign
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
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President Paul Trible has announced Christopher Newport’s strong endorsement of the Growth4VA campaign. The newly launched campaign will focus on promoting reform and reinvestment in Virginia’s top-ranked higher education ...
U.S. News Ranks Christopher Newport No. 4 University in the South
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
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In the 2018 U.S. News & World Report rankings, the University now ranks 4th among public universities in the South and 11th among all Southern regional universities.
“No college in America has come so far so fast, and the data ...
Public History Center's '12 Explorers' Exhibit Now Open
Thursday, September 07, 2017
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Christopher Newport University's Public History Center (PHC) has launched its “12 Explorers” project with the opening of the “Age of Innovation” exhibit. The exhibit allows the public to see a variety of ...
Jean Filetti Awarded Virginia Department of Education Grant
Thursday, August 31, 2017
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Dr. Jean Filetti, Professor of English and Director of the Office of Teacher Preparation, was awarded a grant from the Virginia Department of Education to continue CNU’s clinical faculty program in partnership with Newport News Public ...
Faculty Excellence Awards for 2017 Announced
Monday, August 28, 2017
History, College of Social Sciences, College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences, Political Science, Organismal and Environmental Biology, College of Arts and Humanities
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Four faculty members are the recipients of the 2017 Faculty Excellence Awards. Established in 2011, these awards honor exceptional achievement by faculty in teaching, scholarship and service. Each winner received a certificate and a $2,000 cash ...
2017 State of the University
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
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President Paul Trible delivered his annual State of the University address, during which he celebrated university accomplishments and laid out priorities for the coming year.
Academics This year’s freshman class numbers 1,300 students ...
ROTC Cadet is Army's First Fourth-Generation Paratrooper
Thursday, August 17, 2017
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Service members wearing olive-green helmets with black numbers and letters on it line up on several steps as they wait their turn to practice landing techniques after jumping out of an airplane.
In the crowd, one Army Reserve Officer Training ...
The Gift That Keeps Giving
Thursday, August 17, 2017
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After years of supporting a wide range of social entrepreneurship and philanthropy, the Toner family – Andrew, Sonia and daughter Rachel (‘13) – have made a $25,000 gift to the Honors Program. The money will fund a ...
University Hires New Police Chief
Wednesday, August 09, 2017
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Daniel F. Woloszynowski is the new chief of police of the Christopher Newport University Police Department. Woloszynowski is a former resident agent in charge of the Norfolk, Virginia Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and ...
Christopher Newport Named a 2018 Best College by Princeton Review
Wednesday, August 09, 2017
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Christopher Newport University is included in Princeton Review’s 2018 edition of “The Best 382 Colleges” guide for students and parents. Only 15 percent of America’s 2,500 four-year colleges receive this ...
Pre-Med and Pre-Health Adviser Named
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
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Antoinisha English is the new adviser for Christopher Newport’s Pre-Med and Pre-Health Programs. She graduated from George Mason University with a degree in biology and is a nursing care partner at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk. ...
Committed to Public Service
Monday, July 17, 2017
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Despite a vast knowledge of the issues, sophomore Thomas Cannella believed youth might hurt his candidacy for the Poquoson City Council. Ultimately, that wasn’t the case. “At most homes I visited, people were thrilled a ...
Kathryn Cole Awarded Funding for Anticancer Drug Design
Wednesday, July 05, 2017
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Dr. Kathryn Cole, assistant professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Chemistry, was recently awarded funding from the Commonwealth Health Research Board for her research on anticancer drug design. Her work in structural biology is ...
CNU Students Earn National Alpha Chi Scholarships
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences, Molecular Biology and Chemistry, Neuroscience, Teacher Preparation Program
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Since its charter in 1977, the Alpha Chi Honor Society at Christopher Newport has seen several students receive monetary awards from the national organization. Now, on the 40th anniversary of the University’s Virginia Zeta chapter, ...
2017 Klich Academic Achievement Award Winners
Friday, May 19, 2017
Molecular Biology and Chemistry, Physics Computer Science and Engineering, Leadership and American Studies
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On Saturday, May 13, 2017, Christopher Newport University announced three Klich Academic Achievement Award winners: Brook Byrd of Williamsburg, Virginia; Emily Egress of Chesapeake, Virginia; and Ben Miller of Rockingham County, Virginia.
The ...
Announcing Spring 2017 Graduates
Monday, May 15, 2017
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Christopher Newport University awarded diplomas on Saturday, May 13 to its spring 2017 graduates. The graduating students’ names are listed in alphabetical order. Congratulations to all!
First NameMiddle NameLast NameDegree ...
Spring 2017 Dean's List
Monday, May 15, 2017
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Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce the Dean’s List for the spring 2017 semester. These students were enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, earned no final grade below C and earned a grade point average of at least ...
Christopher Newport Earns National Recognition as College of Distinction
Tuesday, May 09, 2017
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Christopher Newport University has been named a College of Distinction by a top national guide to colleges that highlights innovative learning opportunities at top schools.
The Colleges of Distinction guide is used by over 40,000 guidance ...
Sheri Shuck-Hall Named Outstanding American History Teacher of the Year
Monday, May 08, 2017
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Dr. Sheri Shuck-Hall, associate professor of history and director of the Public History Center (PHC) at Christopher Newport, is a recipient of one of only two Outstanding American History Teacher of the Year Awards given by the National Society ...
Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University and CNU Announce Partnership
Tuesday, May 02, 2017
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The Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University and Christopher Newport have announced a new dual-degree program to help students expedite their law school education.
Students participating in the new “3+3 program” ...
Christopher Newport Announces Fulbright Scholarship Winners for the 2016-17 Academic Year
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
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Two Christopher Newport students, Brook Byrd, a senior physics major, and Nathan Siemenski, a senior English and political science double-major, were named Fulbright Scholarship winners, making this the first year CNU has had multiple ...
Annual Writers Conference
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
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Christopher Newport University’s Lifelong Learning Society will present the 36th Annual Writers Conference May 5–6, 2017. The two-day event will take place at the Freeman Center, and is designed to improve writing skills and ...
AT&T To Support Freshman Student Success Initiative
Friday, April 21, 2017
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On Friday, April 21, Christopher Newport University announced a $35,000 grant from AT&T to enable the expansion of a major student success initiative designed to help freshmen graduate on time.
Vince Apruzzese, regional vice president for ...
On the Road to NYU
Friday, April 14, 2017
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Senior Gracie DeSantis is one of only 100 applicants selected for admission to New York University's Center for Publishing, one of the top publishing graduate programs in the U.S.
DeSantis chose NYU because it "is located in the Mecca of the ...
White Named Distinguished Lecturer by Leading Historical Society
Friday, April 14, 2017
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Dr. Jonathan White, Associate Professor in the Department of Leadership and American Studies, has been appointed a distinguished lecturer by the Organization of American Historians (OAH). The lecturers are academics from leading colleges and ...
20th Annual Gardening Symposium
Thursday, April 13, 2017
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Christopher Newport’s Lifelong Learning Society (LLS) will present the 20th Annual Gardening Symposium on Saturday, April 22, 2017, from 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., in the Freeman Center. This year’s symposium will include ...
CNU and RCC Sign Guaranteed Admission and Reverse Transfer Agreement
Monday, April 03, 2017
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Christopher Newport President Paul Trible and Rappahannock Community College (RCC) President Elizabeth Crowther have signed a guaranteed admission and reverse transfer agreement that will allow eligible RCC students to transfer to Christopher ...
Lynn Lambert Honored as Open Source Software Leader
Friday, March 31, 2017
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Dr. Lynn Lambert, Associate Professor of Computer Science, is one of 21 higher education instructors recognized by Red Hat for their continuing efforts to incorporate open source philosophies, methods and tools into their academic work. Red Hat ...
Alumna Wins Teaching Excellence Award
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
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DaShawn White '10 is the winner of the ETHOS Excellence Award from Success Academy Charter Schools, a network of 41 free public K-12 schools in New York City that enrolls 14,000 students, primarily low-income children of color.
The ETHOS award ...
Dr. Mitchell B. Reiss to Deliver 2017 Commencement Address
Monday, March 27, 2017
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Dr. Mitchell B. Reiss, honored diplomat, academic leader and president and CEO of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation will deliver the commencement address at Christopher Newport University on May 13, 2017.
“At Christopher Newport we ...
CNU To Host Part of Marathon Race Route
Thursday, March 09, 2017
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On Sunday, March 12, 2017 from 5 a.m. to noon, CNU will host a part of the race route for the One City Marathon. During that time-frame, the University will virtually be closed for traffic. Avenue of the Arts, Prince Drew Road and both main ...
White Publishes Book on Dreams During the Civil War
Thursday, March 02, 2017
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Dr. Jonathan W. White, associate professor of American studies, has published Midnight in America: Darkness, Sleep, and Dreams during the Civil War. This unique history explores what nighttime was like for soldiers, slaves and civilians during ...
Senior Wins Social Work Student of the Year Award
Monday, February 27, 2017
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The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Virginia Chapter has awarded Christopher Newport University senior Abbey Yoder the 2017 Bachelor’s in Social Work Student of the Year Award. Yoder was recognized for her outstanding ...
Donaldson Publishes Book on Systems Thinking in Management
Monday, February 20, 2017
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Dr. Willy Donaldson, assistant professor of management, is the author of Simple_Complexity: A Management Book for the Rest of Us: A Guide to Systems Thinking.
In the book, Donaldson applies the concepts of systems thinking to business ...
Padilla Publishes Book on Alfred Hitchcock's Classical Influences
Thursday, February 16, 2017
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Dr. Mark Padilla, Distinguished Professor of Classics, has published Classical Myth in Four Films of Alfred Hitchcock, an original study of Hitchcock that considers how the filmmaker's classics-informed London upbringing marks some of his films. ...
New Pre-Law Program Adviser Named
Thursday, February 16, 2017
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Dr. Michelle Kundmueller, Assistant Professor of American Studies, is the new adviser for Christopher Newport's Pre-Law Program.
Kundmueller attended law school at the University of Notre Dame and then practiced law in Chicago for five years. In ...
'Oyster Pointer' Establishes New Marketing Scholarship
Friday, February 10, 2017
Leadership and American Studies, College of Social Sciences, Communication, Luter School of Business
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Captain and marketing major Makenzie Fancher is the first recipient of the new Oyster Pointer Outstanding Marketing Student Annual Scholarship.
“It's a humbling experience to be the inaugural winner of this scholarship. I aim to make a ...
University Launches New Research Initiative
Tuesday, February 07, 2017
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Christopher Newport University announces the launch of Research LENS, a new initiative to enhance student learning outcomes and foster an environment at CNU where students learn, explore, navigate and share their academic and intellectual ...
Society of Women Engineers Hosts Panel at CNU
Thursday, February 02, 2017
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The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) of Hampton Roads and Christopher Newport's SWE collegiate chapter co-hosted "Women in Engineering," a panel discussion on women's advancement in the engineering and technology industry and the opportunities ...
CNU to Host "Key Issues Facing the American Public in the Trump Presidency: A Community Conversation"
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
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On Saturday, January 28, 2017, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Christopher Newport University will host its first Teach-in, titled, “Key Issues Facing the American Public in the Trump Presidency-A Community Conversation.” As an ...
Reiff Center Co-Sponsors Community Service Awards
Monday, January 23, 2017
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The Reiff Center for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution, in partnership with the Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) and the Newport News Human Rights Commission is sponsoring a Human Rights Awards Luncheon on Friday, January 27, ...
Accounting Majors to Provide Free Tax Services
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
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Christopher Newport University's Luter School of Business students will prepare and e-file tax returns this year. The free service is geared toward low-to-moderate income taxpayers, and returns will be prepared by accounting majors certified by ...
University Unveils New Website
Friday, December 30, 2016
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On December 30 we launched a new design for the university website (cnu.edu), the first such effort in seven years.
The main objectives of the project were focused on aesthetics and the separation of content based on the intended ...
Christopher Newport Named a 2017 Best College Value by Kiplingers Personal Finance
Monday, December 19, 2016
Christopher Newport Hall Awarded LEED Certification
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
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Christopher Newport Hall has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) silver certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.
“LEED certification identifies Christopher Newport Hall as a showcase example of ...
Class of 2016 Campus Community Garden
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
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Christopher Newport is in full bloom, thanks to a $5,000 gift from the Class of 2016 establishing a community garden on East Campus.
The idea came up last year at a meeting of the Sustainability Committee, which has members from across campus. ...
Fall Career and Graduate Fair Sets Mark
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
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Over the span of two days in September over 44 graduate schools and more than 100 employers filled the David Student Union Ballroom for the twice-annual Career and Graduate Fair, sponsored by the Center for Career Planning (CCP). It was the ...
Reimer Elected Honor Society Vice President
Wednesday, November 09, 2016
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Dr. Mark U. Reimer, George and Mary Torggler Distinguished Professor of Music, has been elected vice president of Pi Kappa Lambda, the national music honor society.
Founded in 1916, Pi Kappa Lambda recognizes and encourages musical achievement ...
Fear 2 Freedom and CNU Win First Place in National Competition
Tuesday, November 01, 2016
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Dr. Lisa Spiller, Distinguished Professor of Marketing in the Joseph W. Luter, III School of Business won the first-place “Gold” award in the 2016 national case competition of the Jacobs and Clevenger Case Writers’ ...
University Unveils the Gregory P. Klich Alumni House
Monday, October 31, 2016
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On Saturday, October 29, during Homecoming festivities, Christopher Newport University unveiled the name of the new alumni house, the Gregory P. Klich Alumni House, making it the first building in university history to bear the name of an ...
Office of Teacher Preparation Awarded Virginia Department of Education Grant
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
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Dr. Marsha Sprague, Professor of English and Director of the Office of Teacher Preparation, was awarded a grant from the Virginia Department of Education to continue CNU’s clinical faculty program in partnership with Newport News Public ...
Jonathan White Named to Nau Center Board
Friday, October 21, 2016
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Dr. Jonathan White, Associate Professor of American studies, has been named to the Board of Directors of the John L. Nau III Center for Civil War History at the University of Virginia. The Center was recently established to promote scholarship, ...
Alumni Society Award – Dr. Andrew Falk
Thursday, October 20, 2016
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Collaboration with students motivates and inspires Dr. Andrew Falk’s teaching and scholarship.
“I look at teaching and mentoring as very collaborative,” he explains of his approach. “Teaching is often ...
Brewer Named National Bonner Fellow
Thursday, October 20, 2016
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Brad Brewer ’02, Director of the Center for Community Engagement (CCE) at Christopher Newport, has been named a National Bonner Fellow for the Corella & Bertram F. Bonner Foundation. This fellowship seeks to leverage and support ...
Kristin Skees Awarded Best-in-Show at Virginia Artists Exhibition
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
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Studio art lecturer Kristin Skees’ large-scale photography portrait of artist Greg Henry is the winner of this year’s Best-in-Show award at the Virginia Artists Juried Exhibition at the Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in ...
2016 State of the University
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
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President Paul Trible delivered his annual State of the University address on August 16, 2016, during which he celebrated university accomplishments and laid out priorities for the upcoming year.
Academics
This year’s freshman class ...
Christopher Newport Named a Model of Excellence by 'University Business' Magazine
Friday, August 12, 2016
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Christopher Newport University is one of nine colleges and universities nationwide being honored by University Businessmagazine in its Summer 2016 Models of Excellence program, which recognizes innovative approaches to encouraging and ...
CNU Named a Top 5 Medium-Sized Public College in the South
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
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Christopher Newport was named as one of the top five medium-sized public colleges in the South in Forbes Magazine’s 2016 list of America’s Top Colleges.
“The reach and reputation of Christopher Newport ...
Christopher Newport Awarded Sustainability Grant
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
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Christopher Newport University has been awarded a “30 in Thirty Grant” of $1,000 from Keep Virginia Beautiful to enhance the University’s recycling efforts.
The grant will support a new project developed ...
Cusher Wins $20K National Endowment for the Humanities Grant
Friday, April 29, 2016
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Dr. Brent Cusher, assistant professor in the Department of Leadership and American Studies, has been awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to develop a new course called The Promises and Perils of Ambition. ...
Professor Patricia D. Hopkins Receives Sankofa Award
Friday, April 22, 2016
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Associate Professor of English and Director of African-American Studies Dr. Patricia D. Hopkins has received a 2016 Sankofa Award from CNU’s Student Diversity and Equality ...
Bloomberg Names Luter School One of America’s 100 Best Undergraduate Business Schools
Friday, April 22, 2016
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The undergraduate program at the Joseph W. Luter, III School of Business has been included in the 2016 Bloomberg Businessweek Best Undergraduate Business Schools rankings. The program is ranked No. 93 among all ...
Rising Senior Brook Byrd Named Goldwater Scholar
Tuesday, April 05, 2016
College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences, Presidents Leadership Program, Physics Computer Science and Engineering, Athletics
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Applied physics major Brook Byrd has been awarded the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, widely considered the most prestigious award bestowed on undergraduates studying the sciences and engineering. Byrd is the first student in the history of ...
Skees Wins VMFA Fellowship
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
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Kristin Skees, lecturer in the Department of Fine Art and Art History, has been awarded an $8,000 fellowship from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, which recognizes artists in the commonwealth for their exceptional ...
Partners in Transformation
Monday, February 01, 2016
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Since its founding in 1999, TowneBank has actively supported the University – from creating the Spirit of Excellence Scholarship for Luter School of Business students to supporting Captains athletics and partnering with Christopher ...
CNU Among Kiplinger's Best Values
Thursday, December 17, 2015
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Christopher Newport has been named once again to Kiplinger’s Personal Finance’s lists of the Top 100 Best Public Colleges of 2016 and the Top 300 Best College Values out of 1200 public and private ...
Christopher Newport and Riverside Announce Performing Arts Medicine Partnership
Monday, November 16, 2015
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Christopher Newport University and Riverside Health System are pleased to announce a new collaboration between Riverside’s Performing Arts Medicine Program and CNU’s performing arts academic programs ...
Professor Rebecca Wheeler Receives Fulbright Award
Thursday, October 08, 2015
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The U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board announced that Dr. Rebecca Wheeler has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Scholar grant to Tajikistan in teaching English as a foreign language. Wheeler will serve ...
Willy Donaldson Appointed to Governor’s Council on Youth Entrepreneurship
Friday, October 02, 2015
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Dr. Willy Donaldson, assistant professor of management in the Luter School of Business, has been appointed to Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe’s Council on Youth Entrepreneurship. The Council will be responsible for ...
Alumni Society Award – Dr. Linda Waldron
Tuesday, September 01, 2015
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“I came here during a time when there were a lot of curriculum changes,” she says, recalling her role in developing new courses. “This forces you to constantly seek feedback from your students. That’s how I ...
CNU a Partner in New Virginia International Trade Alliance
Monday, July 20, 2015
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Christopher Newport is among nine state universities that have signed on as partners of the Virginia International Trade Alliance (VITAL), a new initiative to increase international trade in Virginia.
Speaking at the July 15 ...
Dr. George H. Ebbs Named Dean of Luter School of Business
Monday, June 15, 2015
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Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce that Dr. George H. Ebbs, former president of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and former dean of the College of Business at Bloomsburg University, has been named Dean of the Joseph W. ...
Summer Scholars Program Launched
Friday, May 22, 2015
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Undergraduate research at Christopher Newport University encourages young women and men to analyze and understand the world beyond the Great Lawn, form close mentoring relationships with faculty members and gain valuable skills that enhance their ...
Luter School of Business Maintains AACSB Accreditation
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
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CNU’s Luter School of Business has successfully earned re-affirmation of its business accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. AACSB ...