Commencement
MVNU graduates 421 in 65th Ceremony
In a celebration of academic achievement, Mount Vernon Nazarene University proudly recognized 421 graduates during its 65th Commencement ceremonies on May 3, 2025, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium.
Read MoreCook, Ramser awarded with Honorary Degrees
Bishop Edward T. Cook and Mark R. Ramser were honored with a Doctor of Divinity and Doctor of Humane Letters degrees, respectively.
Read MoreMadtes, Tocheff receive Presidential Outstanding Leadership Award
A new honor, the Presidential Outstanding Leadership award, developed by MVNU President Dr. Carson Castleman, was presented to longtime professors Dr. Paul Madtes Jr. and Dr. Bob Tocheff. The purpose of this award with honor distinguished educators and mentors who have dedicated their lives to shaping future leaders.
Read MoreChesnut presented Excellence in Teaching Award
Associate Professor Tim Chesnut was presented the Excellence in Teaching Award for the 2024-25 academic year.
Read MoreKunes, Hodkinson presented with 2024-25 Service Above Self Awards
Marissa Kunes, a Chemistry major with a pre-med concentration, and Evan Hodkinson, a Biology major with a pre-med concentration, were presented the Service Above Self awards.
Read More456 MVNU graduates step out to leave a legacy of changed lives
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated 456 graduates during the university’s 64th commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on May 4, 2024. Graduates included traditional on-campus students plus those completing online programs through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Graduates represented the U.S., as well as the countries of Bermuda,…
Read MoreMVNU celebrates 480 graduates in Class of 2023
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 12, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University applauded the accomplishments of 480 graduates during the university’s commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on May 6, 2023. Graduates included traditional on-campus students as well as those completing on-line programs through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Graduates represented the U.S.,…
Read MoreMVNU celebrates 540 graduates during in-person commencement
Mount Vernon Nazarene University applauded the hard work and tenacity of 540 graduates during the university’s 61st commencement on April 24 and 25.
Read MoreMVNU honors Class of 2022
Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated 533 graduates in the Class of 2022 for their determination, resolve and faithfulness in earning their degrees during the university’s commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on Saturday, April 30, 2022.
Read MoreMVNU announces commencement details
Mount Vernon Nazarene University will honor its 2022 graduates both traditional and non-traditional during commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on Saturday, April 30.
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