Kasudie Burton and Lacy Pullan

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Rekindling Faith and Purpose Through Teammates and Institute: Harrison Moore’s Story

March 25, 2025 — After experiencing an injury that benched him from playing baseball in junior college and some family difficulties, Harrison Moore (’25) found himself unsure of what he wanted or which path to take in his life. After deciding to attend Southern Virginia University at his sister’s invitation, Moore found belonging and purpose through his teammates and institute classes.

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“The Sermon on the Mount” Stained Glass Unveiled at Southern Virginia University

March 21, 2025 — On Tuesday, March 11, the campus community, university friends, and special guests gathered in the Main Hall Ballroom for the unveiling ceremony of the stained glass “Sermon on the Mount,” generously donated to the university by the Brent and Bonnie Jean Beesley family.

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Josh Monsen Named Director of Athletics

March 12, 2025 — Southern Virginia University President Bonnie H. Cordon has named Josh Monsen the university’s director of athletics. Monsen, who has been serving as the interim director of athletics since September 2024, will now formally take on the role, continuing his leadership within the athletic department.

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Sheri Dew, Executive VP of Deseret Management Corporation, to Speak at Commencement May 9

March 5, 2025 — Sheri Dew, the executive vice president and chief content officer of Deseret Management Corporation, will address Southern Virginia University graduates, faculty, staff, students, and friends at Commencement, honoring the Class of 2025, at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 9, 2024.

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Main Hall Preservation Fund: $1 Million Raised for Main Hall

Jan. 31, 2025 — Thanks to the generous gifts from the university community, including a dollar-for-dollar matching donation from the Wheatley Family Charitable Fund, Southern Virginia University raised more than $1 million for its newly established Main Hall Preservation Fund.

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Becoming a Knight: Jeyson Taylor Seneli’s Story

Jan. 30, 2025 — Deciding where to go for college can be a difficult decision, as students look for a place that provides the academic and personal growth they want. A native of Iowa, Taylor Seneil (‘28) recently went through this process of finding a school that fit his goals when a family member introduced him to Southern Virginia University.

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Alumnus Ben Burningham Appointed Wyoming’s First Chancery Court Judge

Jan. 22, 2025 — Ben Burningham (‘09) has been appointed Wyoming’s first Chancery Court judge, presiding over a specialized statewide court designed to streamline the resolution of commercial, business, and trust cases. His appointment went into effect on Jan. 1, 2025.

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Fall 2024 President’s and Provost’s Lists

Jan. 9, 2025 — Southern Virginia University recently announced its Fall 2024 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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Top 10 Stories of 2024

Dec. 18, 2024 — From installing President Bonnie H. Cordon as the new university president, having the inaugural Founder’s Day Forum, and celebrating our incredible Knights’ athletic, academic, and personal achievements, it’s been an unforgettable year at Southern Virginia University. Here are the top 10 news stories of 2024.

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Dale Murri Named Director of IT Services

Nov. 22, 2024 — Buena Vista, Va. — VP of Brand & Technology Bryce Pendleton has named Dale Murri the director of information technology. With nearly 20 years of IT experience, many of which in a university setting, Murri will oversee the university’s IT department, including AV services, broadcasting, and university websites.

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Graduation and New Beginnings: Maddy Fisher’s Journey in Faith, Growth, and Career

Nov. 21, 2024 — Graduation can be both exciting and daunting for many students, as Maddy Fisher (‘24) recently experienced when she received her diploma on the front steps of Main Hall in May. Entering a new phase of life, Fisher credits her time at Southern Virginia University with providing her the spiritual and academic skills needed to tackle post-graduation challenges head-on.

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Tyler Orr Named Director of the Launch Center for Career Development

Nov. 14, 2024 — Buena Vista, Va. — Southern Virginia University is pleased to announce Tyler Orr as the director of the Launch Center for Career Development, a program aimed to equip students for success before and after graduation.