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MVNU to host joint vocal concert
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Una Voce Chamber Ensemble (formerly known as the Goliards) will host a concert featuring three select high school choirs on Tuesday, October 15, at 7 p.m. The event will take place in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium and is free and open to the public. The concert will…
Read MoreA Year of Growth and Transformation at Mount Vernon Nazarene University
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — When Dr. Carson Castleman took the reins at Mount Vernon University on Oct. 2, 2023, the journey ahead was daunting yet full of potential. Since his election to the presidency on Aug. 11, 2023, he has spearheaded numerous strategic initiatives that have profoundly impacted both the university and its alignment with…
Read MoreMVNU instrumental ensembles to perform
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University Music Department will present a fall instrumental ensembles concert on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 1 p.m. in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. This free event is open to the community. The concert will kick off with the MVNU Jazz Band performing a moderate swing piece by Lennie…
Read MoreMVNU names Schruff to new position
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University president Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the hiring of Trey Schruff for the position of Executive Director of Enrollment Systems and Operations. Schruff brings 15 years of experience in higher education with him to the role, including the last five years at MVNU sister school…
Read MoreKochis selected as new Chief Development Officer
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Brad Kochis as the new Chief Development Officer for the office of University Advancement. He has previously served the university as the Executive Director of Alumni Relations and Advancement before taking his current role as the District Superintendent…
Read MoreMVNU invites community to participate in Messiah
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Choral Union is beginning preparation for the 56th annual presentation of Handel’s Messiah, scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. MVNU is pleased to invite community members to sing with the students in this traditional performance. Interested singers should contact Dr. Robert Tocheff by email at Bob.Tocheff@mvnu.edu or by phone at…
Read MoreSizemore tabbed to lead MVNU Alumni Relations
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Cindy Sizemore as the new Executive Director of Alumni Relations and President’s Circle. “I am thrilled that Dr. Cindy Sizemore will be stepping into the Executive Director of Alumni Relations and President’s Circle role,” said Dr. Castleman. “As…
Read MoreStanley appointed MVNU Vice President for University Relations and Strategic Partnerships
Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Robert Stanley as Vice President for University Relations and Strategic Partnerships, effective Sept. 1.
Read MoreFairbanks, Rush, Simmons celebrated at MVNU’s University Dinner
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The Mount Vernon Nazarene University community recently gathered for the annual University Dinner, a celebration honoring the significant contributions of faculty and staff. This event not only acknowledges long-term service and peer-nominated awards but also marks the official start of the academic year.
Read MoreMVNU’s chapter of Alpha Chi inducts 29 new members
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio —Twenty-nine scholars were inducted in the Ohio Delta Chapter of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society by Mount Vernon Nazarene University for the 2023-2024 academic year. Membership to Alpha Chi is by invitation only, and is restricted to traditional undergraduate students who are of junior and/or senior standing or non-traditional undergraduate students in MVNU’s Graduate…
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