Office of the President
Sizemore 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 MoreCastleman inaugurated as MVNU’s 8th President
“As we start a new chapter here at MVNU, I am reminded today of the new opportunity set before each of us,” said Dr. Castleman. “I say ‘us’ because today is not simply about me. It is about the ‘whole’ organization and the commitment to building on the past and forging ahead to a new and bright future together. Today is a day of decision and destination for us as a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world with the love of Jesus Christ. We must stake a claim today that we are going to move forward, honor the past, and, more importantly, move ahead and do things that many will not do.”
Read MoreInauguration of President Castleman set for April 3
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University will celebrate the inauguration of its eighth president, Carson D. Castleman, Ph.D., on April 3, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., in the R.R. Hodges Chapel Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public. A public reception in honor of Dr. Castleman will be held at 2 p.m. in Foster…
Read MoreMerry Christmas from Drs. Carson and Angela Castleman
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. — Romans 15:13 (ESV) Our prayer this season is that you will know the fullness of joy and peace in Christ our Lord and Savior, and His hope…
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 MoreRev. David Mills appointed Vice President for Spiritual Life and Church Relations
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. David Mills to the position of Vice President for Spiritual Life and Church Relations, effective Jan. 2, 2024. Rev. Mills emerged as the unanimous selection of the committee after conducting interviews with three candidates. Under…
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.
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