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“Laws of Liberty & Love,” A Constitution Day Lecture By Dr. John Armstrong

Sept. 27, 2022 — In celebration of Constitution Day, Dr. John Armstrong, Willis J. Smith Professor of Philosophy and director of the Honors Program, spoke on the laws of liberty and love and how each was formative in the creation of the United States Constitution.

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Dr. Sarah Maitland Named Associate Provost

Sept. 22, 2022 — Chief Academic Officer and Provost James Lambert has named Dr. Sarah Maitland as an associate provost at Southern Virginia University.

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Scott McKeon (‘01) Named Inaugural Alumni Association President

Sept. 12, 2022 — Southern Virginia University is pleased to announce Scott McKeon (‘01) as the inaugural president of the University’s recently launched alumni association. After being nominated by multiple alumni, McKeon was appointed to this role by the Executive Committee of the University’s Board of Trustees, which is led by Chairman Hugh Redd.

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“You Belong Here,” Launching the 2022-23 Academic Year with University Convocation

Sept. 12, 2022 — In the first University-wide meeting of the semester, the Southern Virginia University campus community gathered on the front lawn of Main Hall for the annual Convocation to welcome incoming students, celebrate the beginning of the 2022-23 academic year, and listen to messages about belonging and loving one another.

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Southern Virginia University Theatre Presents “All My Sons”

Sept. 8, 2022 — Southern Virginia University Theatre presents the tragic tale of “All My Sons” by Arthur Miller, an emotional and thought-provoking story about the conflicts of family loyalties against social responsibility, on September 23-24, 29-30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center (formerly known as Chandler Hall). There will be no performance on Saturday, October 1.

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Southern Virginia University Launches Official Alumni Association, Whipple Named Executive Director

Aug. 25, 2022 — Southern Virginia University is pleased to announce the formation and launch of its first official board-sanctioned and university-sponsored alumni association.

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Choral Alumni Invited to Participate in Historic Homecoming Concert

Aug. 17, 2022 — Southern Virginia University invites choir alumni to participate in a historic homecoming concert celebrating more than 25 years of choral excellence: “I Long To See You: A Jubilee Choral Concert.” As part of Homecoming weekend, this special concert will take place on Friday, Oct. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Knight Arena and will also include all former principal choral ensemble conductors who will return to help guest conduct students and alumni.

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Top 10 of 2020

Dec. 31, 2020 — Our most-read articles of the year help tell our story of 2020; growth, loss, challenge, and overall, finding the opportunity in adversity.

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Watching President Nelson’s Live Broadcast as a University

Sept. 17, 2019 — More than 1,000 students, faculty, and professional staff gathered in the Knight Arena on Tuesday afternoon to listen to a special message for young adults from President Russel M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Sophomore Katie Garish Named to DIII 2019 All-American Team

March 18, 2019 — Sophomore center Katie Garrish today was named to the 2019 All-American Second Team via D3Hoops.com.

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Chamber Singers and Concert Chorale Perform at Carnegie Hall

March 18, 2019 — Southern Virginia University Chamber Singers and Concert Chorale traveled to New York City to perform in concert in Carnegie Hall as part of the Manhattan Concert Productions’ “The Road Home” on March 18.

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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.