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Martin Luther King Day Celebration focuses on hope
The Mount Vernon and Knox County community gathered on the campus of Mount Vernon Nazarene University to reflect on the work of Martin Luther King Jr., during the annual Martin Luther King Day Celebration on Monday, Jan. 15. The event, themed “Out of a mountain of despair, a stone of hope,” was sponsored by MVNU, Kenyon College and the Knox County Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Committee.
Read MoreEsther Jetter Preschool expands learning experience with ODJFS grant
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Esther Jetter Preschool has expanded its social-emotional learning experience and classroom technology thanks to a grant from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. The preschool received $76,400 in funding as part of Ohio’s efforts to stabilize childcare programs across the state, defraying costs associated with…
Read MoreVanover appointed MVNU Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing
Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Johnna (Tidyman) Vanover to the position of Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, effective Jan. 8, 2024.
Read MoreBeal, Scoles receive MVNU Excellence In the Call awards
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Faculty and staff at Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated peers Dr. Carrie Beal and Samantha Scoles during the Excellence In the Call awards reception held Nov. 9, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel Auditorium. Recipients are selected by an award committee through a review process of peer nominations. Dr. Beal, Biology Professor…
Read MoreEnyart presented the MVNU Board of Trustees Hospitality Award
The Mount Vernon Nazarene University Board of Trustees presented the 2023 BOT Hospitality Award to Benzel A. Enyart, Tech Support and Asset Management for the University’s Information Technology Services Department.
Read MoreClean-Up Day organized by MVNU Honors Program
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Honor Program has partnered with Rumpke and T-Shirt Express to provide a free opportunity for Knox County residents to dispose of unwanted items.
Read MoreMVNU, NTS partnership creates easy path for Master of Ministry and Master of Divinity degrees
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — A new partnership between Mount Vernon Nazarene University and Nazarene Theological Seminary will allow students to complete Master of Ministry (MMin) and Master of Divinity (MDiv) degrees with coursework that meets requirements for both programs, saving both time and money. The Association of Theological Schools, a national accrediting body, allows students…
Read MoreMentzer and Simmons receive Excellence In the Call awards
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Faculty and staff at Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated their peers during the Excellence In the Call awards reception held Sept. 12, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel Auditorium. Two staff members, Lisa Mentzer and Michael Simmons, were honored as recipients after being nominated by peers and selected by the award committee…
Read MoreMVNU invites community to be involved in Messiah
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Choral Union is beginning preparation for the 55th annual presentation of Handel’s Messiah, scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, at 7 p.m. MVNU is pleased to invite community members to sing with the students in this traditional performance. Unless you are a returning participant, interested singers should…
Read MoreMVNU recognizes Constitution Day
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Arts, Lectures, and Programs Committee is proud to sponsor a special presentation on the United States Constitution on Monday, Sept. 18. Professor Marti Lowe and the American Government and Politics class will recognize the importance of Constitution Day (Sept. 17) from 7:50-8:50 a.m., in Hyson Campus Center…
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