MVNU brings fresh face to Cougar athletic brand

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 25, 2023) — A new day for Mount Vernon Nazarene University Athletics has arrived with the unveiling of a new athletic brand.

WNZR’s Lifeline 2023 exceeds goal

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 15, 2023) — WNZR 90.9 FM, a broadcast ministry of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, is celebrating the success of Lifeline 2023, the radio station’s annual fundraiser.

MVNU celebrates 480 graduates in Class of 2023

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 12, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University applauded the accomplishments of 480 graduates during the university’s commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on May 6, 2023. Graduates included traditional on-campus students as well as those completing on-line programs through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Graduates represented the U.S., as well as from Bermuda, Costa Rica, Lithuania, Puerto Rico, and Trinidad and Tobago.

MVNU students to open excavations of the city of Hazor

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (February 14, 2023) — Ministry and History students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be among the first to dig at a lower Late Bronze Age Canaanite city this summer.

MVNU releases Spring 2022 Dean’s List

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (June 3, 2022) —Over 540 students attained the achievement of being named to the Mount Vernon Nazarene University Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester.

New Computer Engineering concentration announced

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 17, 2022)— Mount Vernon Nazarene University has created a new concentration under its Engineering program — Computer Engineering. The new degree is a combination of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering designed in response to student and market demand. Computer engineering currently ranks among the top 10 majors in demand for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Scholarships available for MVNU academic summer camps

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (March 30, 2023) — New summer academic camps at Mount Vernon Nazarene University will provide hands-on insight into college majors and future careers.

More high school students taking advantage of MVNU’s dual enrollment

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (October 18, 2022) — High school students are taking advantage of the College Credit Plus (CCP) program at Mount Vernon Nazarene University in increasing numbers.

Red Rocks Worship at SonFest on Sept. 17

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (July 18, 2022) —Mount Vernon Nazarene University is excited to announce Red Rocks Worship will headline SonFest, an outdoor Christian Music Festival on Saturday, Sept. 17.

Cheek returns as Director of Alumni Relations and Advancement

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (January 23, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Henry W. Spaulding II announced the appointment of Mike Cheek as Executive Director of Alumni and Advancement, effective Jan. 19. Cheek, a 1982 graduate, returns to a position he held in the early 2000s.

Reunions, accolades, prayer shared during MVNU Homecoming

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 18, 2022) — Alumni, faculty, staff, and donors were celebrated during Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Homecoming, Nov. 11-12.

Tocheffs celebrated during MVNU Homecoming

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 15, 2022) — Dr. Bob and Diana Tocheff received accolades from Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Alumni Council and Greater Alumni Association during the 2022 Homecoming Chapel.

Schnormeier Gallery features MVNU senior art students

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 25, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Schnormeier Gallery is proud to present Reclamation – Senior Art Exhibit.  This exhibit will be on display in the gallery through May 4, 2023. Gallery Talks given by the seniors will take place at the gallery on Thursday, April 27, at 5 p.m., followed by an opening reception until 8 p.m.  

MVNU graphic design seniors featured at Schnormeier Gallery

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 7, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Schnormeier Gallery is proud to present Element – Senior Graphic Design Exhibit from April 11 to April 21, 2023. The exhibition will open on Tuesday, April 11 at 1 p.m. An opening reception for the Seniors will take place at the Gallery from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., on Friday, April 14, 2023.

Art & Design Exhibit features student work

MVNU brings fresh face to Cougar athletic brand

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 25, 2023) — A new day for Mount Vernon Nazarene University Athletics has arrived with the unveiling of a new athletic brand.

MVNU, community marks grand opening of CH4 Stadium

MOUNT VERNON (September 1, 2022) — The final phase of a community collaboration was celebrated Aug. 31, as Mount Vernon Nazarene University cut the ribbon for the grand opening of CH4 Stadium.

Donors get first look at CH4 Stadium

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (July 22, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University gave a first look of the new CH4 Stadium to donors and partners on July 21.

MVNU students to open excavations of the city of Hazor

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (February 14, 2023) — Ministry and History students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be among the first to dig at a lower Late Bronze Age Canaanite city this summer.

MVNU hosts Global Missions Forum alongside international missionaries

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (October 31, 2022) —Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Center for Global Engagement recently hosted the Global Missions Forum and Strategic Planning event on campus Oct. 17-21.

Students share love of Christ through sign language on International Day of Sign Languages

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (September 23, 2022) — Students in the Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (Communication Sciences and Disorders) program partnered with the Center for Global Engagement to recognize the importance of sign language on International Day of Sign Languages on Sept. 23, 2022.

Music Department to present traditional Advent Service

MVNU celebrates 480 graduates in Class of 2023

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 12, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University applauded the accomplishments of 480 graduates during the university’s commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on May 6, 2023. Graduates included traditional on-campus students as well as those completing on-line programs through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Graduates represented the U.S., as well as from Bermuda, Costa Rica, Lithuania, Puerto Rico, and Trinidad and Tobago.

MVNU honors Class of 2022

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 6, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrated 533 graduates in the Class of 2022 for their determination, resolve and faithfulness in earning their degrees during the university’s commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on Saturday, April 30, 2022.

MVNU announces commencement details

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 4, 2022) – Mount Vernon Nazarene University will honor its 2022 graduates – both traditional and non-traditional – during commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on Saturday, April 30.

Generous donors shine their light on Giving Day

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (October 26, 2022) — Over 800 donors came together to exceed the goal for Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s third annual Giving Day, Sept. 29.

Ballenger joins MVNU as Director of the University Fund

Community partnership progresses MVNU stadium project

Gumm to lead Esther Jetter Preschool

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (July 20, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University alumna Kelly Gumm will be returning to the Esther Jetter Preschool as Preschool Director. She served as a teacher and administrator from 2011 to 2020, working with children ages 3 to 5 and supervising Education majors assigned to the school for field experience.

MVNU graphic design seniors featured at Schnormeier Gallery

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 7, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Schnormeier Gallery is proud to present Element – Senior Graphic Design Exhibit from April 11 to April 21, 2023. The exhibition will open on Tuesday, April 11 at 1 p.m. An opening reception for the Seniors will take place at the Gallery from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., on Friday, April 14, 2023.

MVNU presents Cinderella at Memorial Theater

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (March 13, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Music Department and Theatre Program presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Broadway Version) which features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics and original book by Oscar Hammerstein II, and new book by Douglas Carter Beane.

Art & Design Exhibit features student work

MVNU to deepen vocational exploration with NetVUE grant

Celebrate MLK’s legacy with annual breakfast hosted by MVNU, Kenyon

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (January 9, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Kenyon College and the Knox County community will come together to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The 20^th annual celebration breakfast will take place on Monday, Jan. 16, beginning at 9 a.m., in Peirce Hall on the Kenyon College campus. The in-person event is free and open to the public.

Singletary lauded with namesake award from MVNU

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 12, 2022) — Former Director of Intercultural Life, Jim Singletary, was presented the first ever James Singletary Diversity Award during a special tribute to his legacy during Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Homecoming.

MVNU will honor Jim Singletary during Homecoming 2022

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 3, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University looks forward to honoring Jim Singletary during Homecoming.

MVNU students raising awareness of crisis in the Congo

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Multiple conflicts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have created a humanitarian crisis in the country resulting in the displacement of over 4.5 million Congolese and refugees from other countries. Mount Vernon Nazarene University is inviting the public to listen as current students from the Congo tell their stories and bring awareness to the violence happening in their homeland. The Justice Talk will take place Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m., in Foster Hall in Ariel Arena.

MVNU students encouraged to see those with disabilities through God’s eyes

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Guest lecturer Jamia Cinelli, area director of Joni and Friends Ohio, urged Mount Vernon Nazarene University students to see those with disabilities as God would see them and to trust his leading as they prepare for their calling.

MVNU Lecture Artist Series focuses on disabilities from a Christian worldview

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Lecture Artist Series will draw attention to advancing Christian principles and discipleship with and through those with disabilities, on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 7-8 p.m., with guest speaker Jamia Cinelli, area director of Joni and Friends of Ohio, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium.

Wetzel encourages MVNU students to be part of drug crisis cure

MVNU Goliards to sing at Quarry Chapel

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 15, 2023) —Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Goliards Chamber Choir will present a spring concert on Saturday, April 22, at 11 a.m., in the Quarry Chapel, 10930 Quarry Road, Gambier, Ohio. The concert is free and open to the public.

MVNU ensembles perform April 29

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 15, 2023) —The Music Department at Mount Vernon Nazarene University will present the final concert of the year on Saturday, April 29, at 3 p.m. in the R.R. Hodges Chapel Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public.

MVNU instrumental ensembles to perform March 28

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (March 22, 2023) — The Music Department at Mount Vernon Nazarene University will present a spring instrumental ensembles concert on Tuesday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m., in the R.R. Hodges Chapel Auditorium. The concert will feature the Jazz Band, Dixieland Septet, and Symphonic Wind Ensemble.

MVNU brings fresh face to Cougar athletic brand

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 25, 2023) — A new day for Mount Vernon Nazarene University Athletics has arrived with the unveiling of a new athletic brand.

MVNU celebrates 480 graduates in Class of 2023

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 12, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University applauded the accomplishments of 480 graduates during the university’s commencement ceremonies in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on May 6, 2023. Graduates included traditional on-campus students as well as those completing on-line programs through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Graduates represented the U.S., as well as from Bermuda, Costa Rica, Lithuania, Puerto Rico, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Clinical hours give CSD students advantage at MVNU

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 3, 2023) — Hands-on clinical hours have shown to make a difference to students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (Communication Sciences and Disorders-CSD) degree. Students have achieved 100% placement in graduate programs for the sixth year in a row.

MVNU earns accreditation for online Master of Science in Nursing program

MOUNT VERNON, (June 7, 2022) Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s online Master of Science in Nursing program has received five-year accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org), valid through June 30, 2027.

MVNU adds new online majors

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s School of Graduate & Professional Studies is expanding its online undergraduate course offerings to include majors in digital marketing and project management.

MVNU’s new online criminal justice program takes restorative approach to policing

MVNU’s summer research program spurs scientific exploration

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (December 13, 2022) — Through Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s new Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) program, 12 MVNU students conducted eight weeks of faculty-mentored scientific research during the summer of 2022. This was the first year for the program.

MVNU dedicates microbiology lab in honor of Elaine Mahaffey

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 17, 2022) — The Elaine (Toler) Mahaffey Microbiology Lab was officially dedicated during Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Homecoming festivities, Nov. 12.

MVNU announces Intel-approved engineering partnerships

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (Sept. 9, 2022) —As Intel officially breaks ground on new fabrication facilities in Central Ohio, Mount Vernon Nazarene University announces two partnerships that will prepare faculty to teach new skills and expose students to real-life experiences in semiconductor and semiconductor-related manufacturing.

MVNU’s Yerxa, Strouse applauded for service to others

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 12, 2022) — Two members of the Mount Vernon Nazarene University community were honored for their service to others during the Nazarene Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) on Friday, April 8, 2022, at MVNU.

Clinical hours give CSD students advantage at MVNU

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 3, 2023) — Hands-on clinical hours have shown to make a difference to students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (Communication Sciences and Disorders-CSD) degree. Students have achieved 100% placement in graduate programs for the sixth year in a row.

CSD program named one of the best in Ohio

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (October 27, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Communication Sciences & Disorders (CSD) program was recently named one of the best in Ohio by CollegeFactual.com.  The program ranked #5 Best Communication Sciences & Disorders Bachelor’s Program in Ohio in 2022.

Students share love of Christ through sign language on International Day of Sign Languages

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (September 23, 2022) — Students in the Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (Communication Sciences and Disorders) program partnered with the Center for Global Engagement to recognize the importance of sign language on International Day of Sign Languages on Sept. 23, 2022.

Former MVNU professor remembered with memorial bench

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 11, 2022) — A bench has been installed along the Heart of Ohio Trail in memory of Virginia “Ginny” Cameron. She was a vocal and choral music professor at Mount Vernon Nazarene University for 42 years until her retirement in 2012. Cameron went home to see her Savior on Oct. 29, 2021.

Spraker named Vice President for Student Life

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (August 3, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Henry W. Spaulding II, Ph.D., is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Spraker, Ed.D., as the Vice President for Student Life.

Club Sports and Arts brings new level of competition, performance to MVNU

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (March 2, 2022)— Mount Vernon Nazarene University is strengthening its Student Life experience with club-level competitive sports and drama through Club Sports and Arts.

Cheek returns as Director of Alumni Relations and Advancement

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (January 23, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Henry W. Spaulding II announced the appointment of Mike Cheek as Executive Director of Alumni and Advancement, effective Jan. 19. Cheek, a 1982 graduate, returns to a position he held in the early 2000s.

MVNU dedicates microbiology lab in honor of Elaine Mahaffey

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 17, 2022) — The Elaine (Toler) Mahaffey Microbiology Lab was officially dedicated during Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Homecoming festivities, Nov. 12.

Zimmermann brings ‘MindShift’ to pastor seminar

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (Sept. 12, 2022) —Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s School of Christian Ministry will offer a one-day seminar for ministry students and all pastors and leaders on the MVNU field. The event, on Oct. 25, features Philip Zimmermann’s presentation of “MindShift,” a training event that focuses on the five paradigm shifts necessary for fruitful ministry in what is quickly becoming a post-Christian context.

WNZR’s Lifeline 2023 exceeds goal

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (May 15, 2023) — WNZR 90.9 FM, a broadcast ministry of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, is celebrating the success of Lifeline 2023, the radio station’s annual fundraiser.

WNZR’s Lifeline 2023 coming soon

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — WNZR 90.9 FM, a broadcast ministry of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, is preparing for Lifeline 2023. This annual fundraising effort, March 29 – April 3, is an opportunity for listeners to pledge their support to WNZR.

Rineharts receive second Stephen W. Zelkowitz Memorial Award

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (December 15, 2022) — The Food For The Hungry Board of Directors recognized Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Joe and Marcy (’91) Rinehart for the second time as the recipients of the Stephen W. Zelkowitz Memorial Award, during the FFTH live broadcast on Dec. 9.

MVNU Women’s Auxiliary to host 40th anniversary celebration retreat

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The Women’s Auxiliary Annual Retreat at Mount Vernon Nazarene University will celebrate the organization’s 40^th Anniversary with a “A Look at the Past.” The event will be held on Friday, March 27, from 7-10 p.m., and Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.