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Aug. 26, 2016 — After six successful years as Southern Virginia University’s chief academic officer, Provost Madison U. Sowell announced at the school’s annual university conference on Tuesday, August 23, that he is stepping down from administrative service on September 1st to enjoy a sabbatical leave.

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Southern Virginia University Granted Full NCAA DIII Membership Status

July 5, 2016 — Southern Virginia University Director of Athletics Jason Lamb today announced that the NCAA Division III Membership Committee has granted the Knights full and active NCAA Division III membership status effective Sept. 1, 2016.

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Two-time National Champion Coach to Head New Men’s Volleyball Program

June 20, 2016 — Southern Virginia University Athletic Director Jason Lamb today announced the hire of two-time NCAA Division I Men’s Volleyball National Champion coach Tom Peterson as the university’s first head men’s volleyball coach.

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Southern Virginia Theatre Presents “Oliver!” June 3-4, 9-11

May 31, 2016 — The Southern Virginia University Theatre Program will present Lionel Bart’s award-winning musical “Oliver!” on June 3–4 and 9–11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center.

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Spring 2016 President’s and Provost’s Lists

May 27, 2016 — Southern Virginia University President Reed N. Wilcox is pleased to announce the recipients of the President’s and Provost’s List honors for students who excelled academically in spring semester 2016.

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2016-17 Pricing, New Housing Discount Announced

May 16, 2016 — Southern Virginia University today announced the tuition and room and board costs for the 2016–17 academic year.

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2016 Commencement Marks University’s 20th Year Since Renewal

May 9, 2016 — Nearly 1,000 alumni, students, faculty, staff, graduates and their families, and community members gathered at Southern Virginia University’s 148th Commencement exercises to celebrate the accomplishments of 100 graduating seniors last week.

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U.S. Naval Academy Coach Ken Niumatalolo to Speak at Forum

April 18, 2016 — Ken Niumatalolo, head football coach at the United States Naval Academy who was featured in the 2014 documentary, “Meet the Mormons,” will deliver the final forum address of Southern Virginia University’s 2015–2016 academic year on Friday, April 22, at 11 a.m. in the Stoddard Center.

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Dave and Wendy Ulrich to Speak at Commencement May 5

April 13, 2016 — Dr. Dave Ulrich, an award-winning thought leader in human resources and management education named “the father of modern HR,” and Dr. Wendy Ulrich, a psychologist and bestselling author, will address graduates, faculty, staff, students and friends of Southern Virginia University at the 2016 Commencement exercises on Thursday, May 5, at 10 a.m. in front of the university’s Main Hall in Buena Vista, Va.

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Former Fisher-Price CEO to Speak at Forum April 8

April 6, 2016 — Gary Baughman, former CEO of Fisher-Price, will deliver a forum address on Friday, April 8, at 11 a.m. in the Stoddard Center at Southern Virginia University.

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Professor, Artist Barbara Crawford to Give Elton Lecture April 1

March 28, 2016 — Barbara Crawford, professor of art at Southern Virginia University, will deliver the annual Elton Lecture, titled “The Last Picture Show: New Lessons from Old Masters,” on Friday, April 1, at 11 a.m. in the Stoddard Center.

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Three Key Leaders to Speak at Forum March 18

March 15, 2016 — Three members of the Southern Virginia University faculty and staff — Carrie Brotherson, Cameron Crowther and Joe DuPaix — will speak at a forum at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 18, in the Stoddard Center.