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Clean-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…
Read MoreMVNU Community Music School classes eligible for ACE funding
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The MVNU Community Music School is proud to announce its classes and ensembles are eligible for the Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) Educational Saving Account. The ACE program provides funds, up to $1,000 per child, to parents or guardians to use on various enrichment and educational activities to make up for…
Read MoreThe REC unveiled
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University students arrived on campus with a new multi-purpose gathering space that is expected to be a new campus hot spot. Located on the first floor of Hyson Campus Center, The REC is an expansion of the Recreational Equipment Center, where students have free access to outdoor equipment…
Read MoreMVNU faculty, staff recognized at University Dinner
Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated the contributions of faculty and staff with newly-elected President Dr. Carson Castleman during the recent University Dinner.
The annual event recognizes long-term service and peer-nominated awards and serves as an official kick-off to the academic year.
Read MoreDr. Carson Castleman elected 8th president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University Board of Trustees is proud to announce the election of Dr. Carson Castleman as the University’s 8th president. He will begin his tenure on Oct. 1, 2023. His remarkable career in Christian higher education spans over 26 years and includes expertise with both traditional and non-traditional student…
Read MoreOver 540 Mount Vernon Nazarene University Students named to Spring 2023 Dean’s List
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University presents over 540 students with the achievement of being named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester. Students receive this designation by earning a grade point average of 3.5 or above. Of the 546 students named this year, 197 students earned a 4.0 GPA, with…
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