2023

Official Statement

Southern Virginia University to Offer Expedited Knighthood to Alderson Broaddus University Students

Aug. 4, 2023 — Buena Vista, VA— Southern Virginia University and its community offer their empathy and support to the students, faculty, and staff at Alderson Broaddus University at the unfortunate news of the university’s degree conferral revocation. 

News Release

Michael Frye Named Director of Student Success

July 24, 2023 — Today, Provost James Lambert announced Michael Frye as Southern Virginia University’s new director of student success. In this role, Frye will lead academic’s team of success coaches who work with students to address their academic goals, needs, and development.

Spotlight

Jaden Nelson (‘23) Receives Prestigious Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship to Pursue Dentistry at Tufts University

July 21, 2023 — The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines, recently awarded a $8,500 Fellowship to Jaden Nelson (‘23) to pursue a Doctor of Dental Medicine at Tufts University this fall. Nelson is Southern Virginia University’s second student to receive this prestigious award.

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Nick Roberts Named Dean of Students

July 19, 2023 — Today, Vice President of Student Life Kristie Gibbons named Nick Roberts as Southern Virginia University’s next dean of students. In this role, Roberts will work closely with university leadership, including Gibbons, and students to enhance the student experience through campus activities and events, while also overseeing student conduct and needs.

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Gratitude for You and Our Nation’s Independence

July 4, 2023 — Today, Acting President Eric Denna and Sister Lyn Denna shared the following letter with the Southern Virginia University community.

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Michael Black Named Director of Bands

June 21, 2023 — Southern Virginia University Provost James Lambert today announced Michael Black as the University’s director of bands. In this role, Black will oversee all band-related activities at the University.

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W. Todd Brotherson Awarded the Ray and DeLona Zinn Professor of Business

June 14, 2023 — Today, Southern Virginia University Provost James Lambert announced the awarding of the Ray and DeLona Zinn Professor of Business to Associate Professor of Business W. Todd Brotherson.

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Southern Virginia University Repeats as USA South President’s Cup Winners

June 14, 2023 — This news story was originally published on knightsathletics.com

Spotlight

Class of 2023 Launches Into Grad School, Public Service, and More

May 31, 2023 — As the 2022–23 academic year comes to a close, the Class of 2023 at Southern Virginia University are preparing to launch into their next steps in careers and graduate programs. Highlighted below are five such students.

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Spring 2023 President’s and Provost’s Lists

May 26, 2023 — Southern Virginia University recently announced its Spring 2023 President’s and Provost’s Lists. These lists are compiled at the end of each semester and recognize students who have excelled academically.

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The Journey of Learning: Southern Virginia University’s 2023 Commencement

May 15, 2023 — On May 12, over 1400 family, friends, faculty, and professional staff of Southern Virginia University gathered on the front lawn of Main Hall for Commencement to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2023—the largest graduating class in University history.

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Chairman Redd Commends President Wilcox; Announces Presidential Search

May 11, 2023 — During the Southern Virginia University Board of Trustees meeting on April 14, 2023, President Reed N. Wilcox shared his intent to complete his illustrious tenure as the university's longest-serving president at the conclusion of his six-month medical leave granted on Jan. 6, 2023.