2019

Speeches

ICON Health & Fitness CEO Scott Watterson Teaches Students About Critical Optimism

March 1, 2019 — Scott Watterson, co-founder and CEO of ICON Health & Fitness Inc., taught Southern Virginia University students, faculty and staff about critical optimism in forum on March 1.

Spotlight

Members of Men’s Lacrosse Team See Miracles Amid Mishap

March 1, 2019 — “We’re on fire!” the bus driver yelled as he immediately pulled off to the side of the road.

Speeches

Thomas Jefferson Visits Southern Virginia University

Feb. 22, 2019 — Students at Southern Virginia University often visit Monticello, the historic residence of Thomas Jefferson located in nearby Charlottesville, Virginia. Last week, Mr. Jefferson made a rare visit to Buena Vista.

Spotlight

Sean O’Brien and John Mellor: Qualifiers for USAPL Collegiate Nationals

Feb. 18, 2019 — Sean O’Brien wants to become as strong as humanly possible.

Speeches

Deidra Dryden: How We Think About Dating and Relationships

Feb. 15, 2019 — In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Southern Virginia Title IX Coordinator Deidra Dryden led an interactive discussion in last Friday’s forum to help students explore and improve the way they think about dating and relationships.

Speeches

Jared Hamilton and Flynn Cochran: Entrepreneurship and SEAL Training Teach About Leadership

Feb. 8, 2019 — Highly sought-after keynote speakers Jared Hamilton and Flynn Cochran taught lessons from entrepreneurship and the laws of combat in forum on February 8 at Southern Virginia University.

Speeches

Dr. Hirt and Dr. Maitland Share Learning Hacks with Students

Feb. 1, 2019 — Professors Sam Hirt and Sarah Maitland shared their experiences about learning how to think and how to use challenging times as opportunities to stand out in Friday’s forum at Southern Virginia University.

News Release

Elder D. Todd Christofferson Encourages Students to Look Outward at Southern Virginia University Address

Jan. 25, 2019 — In an address at Southern Virginia University on Jan. 11, 2019, Elder D. Todd Christofferson and his wife, Sister Katherine Christofferson, spoke to more than 1,250 students, faculty and staff about God’s invitation to assist in His work of redemption.

Spotlight

Southern Virginia University Concludes Week of Commemoration for Martin Luther King Jr.

Jan. 25, 2019 — Following Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Southern Virginia University held a special forum on Friday to conclude a week-long commemoration of the civil rights leader's life and teachings.

Spotlight

An Interview With Katie Garrish, USBWA DIII National Player of the Week

Jan. 24, 2019 — Katie Garrish is making Southern Virginia University history.

Spotlight

Students Attend D.C. Event Featuring Bob Woodward and Elder Christofferson

Jan. 23, 2019 — Twenty-nine Southern Virginia University students gathered at the Newseum in Washington, D.C., on January 14 to attend “Integrity & Trust: Lessons from Watergate and Today,” a panel discussion hosted by The Deseret News.

Official Statement

Southern Virginia University Commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Jan. 19, 2019 — Following an invitation by Southern Virginia University Provost Jeremiah John, students, faculty and staff at the University will join in commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day through reflection on the civil rights leader’s thoughts and teachings.