MVNU graduates 421 in 65th Ceremony
In a celebration of academic achievement, Mount Vernon Nazarene University proudly recognized 421 graduates during its 65th Commencement ceremonies on May 3, 2025, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium.
Cook, Ramser awarded with Honorary Degrees
Bishop Edward T. Cook and Mark R. Ramser were honored with a Doctor of Divinity and Doctor of Humane Letters degrees, respectively.
Madtes, Tocheff receive Presidential Outstanding Leadership Award
A new honor, the Presidential Outstanding Leadership award, developed by MVNU President Dr. Carson Castleman, was presented to longtime professors Dr. Paul Madtes Jr. and Dr. Bob Tocheff. The purpose of this award with honor distinguished educators and mentors who have dedicated their lives to shaping future leaders.
Chesnut presented Excellence in Teaching Award
Associate Professor Tim Chesnut was presented the Excellence in Teaching Award for the 2024-25 academic year.
Kunes, Hodkinson presented with 2024-25 Service Above Self Awards
Marissa Kunes, a Chemistry major with a pre-med concentration, and Evan Hodkinson, a Biology major with a pre-med concentration, were presented the Service Above Self awards.
MVNU celebrates employee retirements
Mount Vernon Nazarene University proudly announces the retirement of four distinguished faculty members and three staff members whose collective service spans over 170 years. Their unwavering dedication to education, mentorship, and leadership has profoundly shaped the MVNU community.