Student Life Archives

MVNU athletics presents inaugural Chet Foraker Legacy Award

By Joe Huddleston | April 14, 2026

Four men standing on a baseball field during a formal event or ceremony.

Foraker played a central role in the early development of athletics at MVNU. When the university opened in 1968, he served as the first head coach of the men’s basketball program from 1968 to 1971, the first baseball coach from 1969 to 1971, and the institution’s first athletic director from 1970 to 1971.

Former MVNU coach named the 2026 SCB Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

By MVNU Communications | April 6, 2026

A man in a suit gesturing with his hand during a formal event or meeting.

Former MVNU men’s basketball coach Scott Flemming will be recognized as the 2026 recipient of the SCB Lifetime Achievement Award during a presentation on April 26 in Kansas City.

MVNU to Host Kwibuka 32

By Joe Huddleston | April 6, 2026

Kwibuka 32 is an annual commemoration honoring the victims and survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

CALLED TO SHEPHERD:

By Joe Huddleston | February 18, 2026

Young woman sitting cross-legged in an art gallery, smiling at the camera.

Katie Starr’s Summer of Faith and Growth

MVNU, Knox County to honor MLK Jr. at annual Commemorative Breakfast

By Joe Huddleston | January 9, 2026

Mount Vernon Mayor Dr. Matt Starr addresses the crowd gathered at Kenyon College for last year’s annual Knox County MLK Commemorative Breakfast. This year’s breakfast will be held on January 19 at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. (Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon Nazarene University)

The Knox County community is invited to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Annual Knox County MLK Commemorative Breakfast on Monday, January 19, at 9 a.m. in Foster Hall, Ariel Arena, at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

Phase Two of On Deck Campaign launches

By Joe Huddleston | January 7, 2026

A lush green baseball field with clear sky and stadium lights in the background.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University has announced the launch of Phase Two of its On Deck Campaign for Cougar Baseball, a transformative project that will bring professional-grade amenities and enhance the experience for student-athletes for generations to come.

Baseball clubhouse dedicated in honor of Tim Belcher

By Joe Huddleston | November 21, 2025

Tim Belcher Clubhouse dedication with three men standing in front of a framed photo and plaque.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated the dedication of the Tim Belcher Clubhouse Saturday during the 2025 Homecoming & Family Weekend.

MVNU celebrates community during 2025 Homecoming & Family Weekend

By Joe Huddleston | November 21, 2025

Mount Vernon Nazarene University wrapped up its 2025 Homecoming & Family Weekend on Saturday, celebrating 11 reunion classes spanning from 1970 to 2020. The weekend featured more than 40 activities and events.

MVNU to Host Benefit Concert “A Night with Nashville”

By Joe Huddleston | September 25, 2025

Mount Vernon Nazarene University will host A Night with Nashville: Benefiting Cougar Baseball with the Hits on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 8 p.m. in Thorne Performance Hall of the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Fine Arts Center.