SVU Chamber Singers - One Sweet Little Baby Southern Virginia University 2023-12-23 | Words and music by Wes Kinneson, Glenn McClure; arranged by Shawn KirchnerPerformed by the Southern Virginia University Chamber Singers (2023); Kyle Nielsen, conductor Piano by Patrick SummersProduced by Blanton AsplaughEditing and mastered by Soundmirror Recording Engineers: Malachai Caldwell-Andrews, Patrick Davison, Carter Gorham, Abbe Pennington
A Giving Tuesday Invitation from President Bonnie H. Cordon Southern Virginia University 2023-11-28 | From this Giving Tuesday through the New Year, all gifts made to Southern Virginia University’s annual fund will go directly to student scholarships. By investing in someone’s future, you are empowering the rising generation to become a force for good in the world!Thanks to several generous matching pledges, every dollar you give will be multiplied for a greater impact than ever! Make a gift today on Venmo @svugiving or by visiting svu.edu/giving/annual-campaign
Happy Thanksgiving from President Bonnie H. Cordon Southern Virginia University 2023-11-22 | On this Thanksgiving day, we at Southern Virginia University are filled with gratitude for the many blessings we have received in the past year. We are especially thankful for our students, faculty, staff, and alumni for their dedication to helping young disciples of Jesus Christ fulfill their potential and give thanks for our growing number of supporters and friends who believe in this mission and are joining us in this cause.
Bonnie H. Cordon Named President of Southern Virginia University Southern Virginia University 2023-10-25 | By unanimous vote, Southern Virginia University’s Board of Trustees has installed Bonnie H. Cordon as the university’s tenth president.Cordon succeeds President Reed N. Wilcox—the university’s longest-tenured president (2014–23).https://news.svu.edu/2023/bonnie-h-cordon-named-president-of-southern-virginia-university/
Commencement 2023 Livestream | Southern Virginia University Southern Virginia University 2023-05-13 | Join us in celebrating the graduating Class of 2023 at our Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 12 at 11 a.m. on the front steps of Main Hall!For event details, visit svu.edu/commencement
You Belong Here Southern Virginia University 2023-03-31 | Come to Southern Virginia University and experience the only college on the East Coast aligned with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints!Apply today at https://svu.edu/application/
Melissa Inouye: The Church as a Vehicle for Peace on and with the Earth | Forum | March 10, 2023 Southern Virginia University 2023-03-15 | As an expert on Chinese history, historian for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and cancer survivor, Dr. Melissa Wei-Tsing Inouye spoke to the Southern Virginia University community about the importance of organizing within one’s community and religion to lift one another in her address titled, “The Church as a Vehicle for Peace on and with the Earth.”Read the highlights of Melissa's visit at https://news.svu.edu/2023/organize-with-your-religion-and-save-the-world-honors-forum-with-dr-melissa-wei-tsing-inouye/
Matthew Wickman: The Changing Power of Spiritual Experiences and Literature | Forum | Feb. 24, 2023 Southern Virginia University 2023-02-28 | On Feb. 24, Dr. Matthew Wickman, professor of English and founding director of BYU Humanities Center, spoke to the Southern Virginia University campus community on the incredible changing power of spiritual experiences and literature and how it inspired his recently published book, "Life to the Whole Being: A Spiritual Memoir of a Literature Professor."
Acting President Eric & Lyn Denna: Lifelong Learning & Spiritual Lessons | Forum | Feb. 13, 2023 Southern Virginia University 2023-02-13 | Acting President Eric Denna and his wife Lyn opened up to the campus community, sharing how they relied on each other and the Lord in their marriage and during the ups and downs of life.
Knights Are Faithful, Honest, & Kind | Forum | Jan. 27, 2023 Southern Virginia University 2023-01-27 | For the first University-wide event of the Spring 2023 semester, the Southern Virginia University campus community gathered in the Knight Arena to hear from fellow Knights about the principles of the University's Code of Conduct and what it means to be Faithful, Honest, and Kind as Knights.
Two Important Messages from Acting President Denna Southern Virginia University 2023-01-13 | Dr. Eric Denna, acting president of Southern Virginia University, shares two important messages at the start of the Spring 2023 semester.
Christmas on the Hill 2022 Southern Virginia University 2022-12-12 | Southern Virginia University’s Christmas on the Hill Concert rang in the Christmas season with carols and holiday favorites performed by Bella Voce, Men’s Chorus, Chamber Singers, Accolade, Symphonic Band, and Camerata Orchestra.
Small classes. Big results. Southern Virginia University 2022-10-01 | One-on-one instruction from caring professors who know your name.Do your best learning at Southern Virginia University—a private, residential university aligned with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its principles and values.Learn more at svu.edu
Best Year Yet | Knight Athletics Highlights of 2021-22 Southern Virginia University 2022-09-07 | The Southern Virginia University Knights had their best year yet with:- 11 Conference Championships- 4 All-Americans- 37 All-Conference Members- 6 NCAA Tournament Appearances- 3 Coaches of the Year- 14 VaSID All-State MembersWe can't wait to see what we do next! See the latest from our Knights at knightathletics.com/.
Adventure is Less Than a Day Away Southern Virginia University 2022-01-25 | Some of the nation’s largest cities and must-see destinations are less than a day’s drive away from Southern Virginia University's campus. Whether you’re driving to New York City for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, attending the Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C., or spending the weekend at Virginia Beach, you will never run out of places to see and things to do.
Collin Kartchner: Mental Health and the Dangers of Social Media | Forum | Oct. 5, 2018 Southern Virginia University 2021-10-27 | Social media activist and videographer Collin Kartchner spoke in Friday’s forum about the dangers of social media use, especially among teenagers, and how users can instead use it for good.
It Started as an Idea... Southern Virginia University 2021-10-02 | After 25 years of classes, faith, performances, and competitions, we are THRIVING! And there is much, much more to come.Come be a Knight. Learn more at https://svu.edu/
Special University Meeting Highlights Southern Virginia University 2021-09-16 | Our first gathering as an entire campus community in over 2 years was remarkable.“You all need to know that you have been on our minds and in our hearts for months and we are so happy you are here. We love you, we are proud of you, and we have faith in you.”—President Reed N. WilcoxTo read the full recap, visit news.svu.edu.
25th Anniversary & Jubilee Year | Special University Meeting | September 10, 2021 Southern Virginia University 2021-09-15 | For the first time in almost two years, Southern Virginia University gathered together as one campus community for a Special University Meeting in front of Main Hall on Sept. 10, 2021. This meeting included a traditional convocation, a dedication and blessing on the Fall 2021 semester, and an address from President Reed N. Wilcox about the future and destiny of the University.
Its Our First Week Back! Southern Virginia University 2021-09-01 | Knights are back on campus for the 2021-22 academic year and we couldn't be more thrilled!
Ann Christensen: A Strategy for Your Future | Commencement 2021 Southern Virginia University 2021-05-08 | Ann Christensen, President of the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation, delivered the keynote address at Southern Virginia University's 2021 Commencement Ceremony — Day I. Christensen's remarks focused on developing and executing a strategy for the next phase of life.
Earth Day Southern Virginia University 2021-04-22 | This Earth Day, we are grateful to live in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, where we are surrounded by awe-inspiring vistas every season of the year.
Esports at Southern Virginia University Southern Virginia University 2021-04-01 | We are building a competitive, national esports program at Southern Virginia University. Learn more at esports.svu.edu.
Accelerate Your Learning Southern Virginia University 2021-03-18 | Understand your learning styles, strengths, abilities, and potential gaps and achieve academic success with the guidance of the Personal Learning Center and an individual Academic Coach.Learn more at svu.edu/academics/personal-learning-center
Professor Nielsen | Meet Your Mentor Southern Virginia University 2021-03-04 | Meet Dr. Kyle Nielsen. Music scholarships available for any major. Learn more and apply at music.svu.edu!
Spring Semester Dedication | February 5, 2021 Southern Virginia University 2021-02-05 | Join us for our virtual 2021 Spring Semester Dedication, where President Wilcox will share a brief message and Professor Jones, who currently serves as the Buena Vista Stake President, will offer a blessing on our campus community.
Virtual Forum | August 28, 2020 Southern Virginia University 2020-08-28 | Join us for our first-ever virtual forum. Streaming live from YouTube, President Reed N. Wilcox will lead a special forum to dedicate the academic year, share some exciting announcements, and teach how we will beat COVID-19.
Southern Virginia University Campus Tour Southern Virginia University 2020-07-23 | Discover Southern Virginia University's beautiful campus located in the majestic Shenandoah Valley.
Meet Sarah | #KnightVision Southern Virginia University 2020-03-09 | Meet Sarah, a sophomore from Portland, Oregon, majoring in both biochemistry and music. She’s a member of the Pre-Med Club and Yoga Club and performs with Orchestra and Choir. Sarah served a Spanish-speaking mission in the Kansas Wichita Mission, and she’s planning on becoming a surgeon after medical school. She said “I love so much about SVU! One thing that is so special to me, though, is how personalized my education is here. Where else can you dissect a worm in bio lab one week, and then perform in Carnegie Hall the next week?”
Meet Andrew | #KnightVision Southern Virginia University 2020-02-27 | "Southern Virginia University changed my life. I didn't want to go to college, but the relationships I built—the teachers, the students, the classes, everything about it—it was more than I could have expected in a college."Meet alumnus Andrew Evans. After graduating from Southern Virginia University in 2014, he went on to earn his juris doctorate and master's of public administration. He currently works as Legal Program Manager for the Law and Leadership Institute.
Meet Erica | #KnightVision Southern Virginia University 2019-12-05 | Erica is majoring in music and studying to acquire her teacher licensure. She plays the saxophone and is also the drum major in the marching band, so she conducts every marching band rehearsal and performance. Check out why Erica thinks you need to come and see Southern Virginia University.Learn more about our music program at https://music.svu.edu/
Summer Semester Southern Virginia University 2019-10-14 | Summer semesters are beautiful and fun at Southern Virginia University. Enjoy our recap!
Launchpad Initiative Southern Virginia University 2019-10-08 | We constantly strive to equip our students with the tools they need for academic and career success. That’s why we place an Apple iPad Pro, Smart Keyboard, and Apple Pencil in the hands of every student and every faculty member at Southern Virginia University. Learn more at https://svu.edu/academics/launchpad/.
Gather. Lift. Launch. Southern Virginia University 2019-10-05 | Come see why we’re one of the fastest-growing schools anywhere. Southern Virginia University is a private, four-year, residential college for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Learn more at http://svu.edu.
The Honorable Thomas B. Griffith: Launching into the Deep | Commencement 2019 Southern Virginia University 2019-05-29 | Celebrating the graduating class of 2019 with family and friends gathered in front of historic Main Hall, Southern Virginia University held Commencement exercises on Thursday, May 2.The ceremony included keynote speaker The Honorable Thomas B. Griffith, Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, former congressman Bob Goodlatte, valedictorians Cassandra Johnson and Summer Rathfon, senior speaker Aaron Vinson, and Southern Virginia Alumni Association representative Lemuel Harsh ('14).
Meet Zach | #KnightVision Southern Virginia University 2019-05-29 | Meet Zach, a sophomore from Acworth, Georgia! After serving a mission in Rancagua, Chile, Zach came to Southern Virginia University to play lacrosse in a Latter-day Saint environment.“I love that I can learn and grow in an environment of Latter-day Saint faith values, with people that have the same standards as me." Learn more about our athletics program at https://svu.edu/campus-life/athletics/
Best. Year. Ever. Southern Virginia University 2019-04-30 | Our 2018-19 academic year was full of success, growth, and unforgettable moments.
Music Ensembles Perform at Spring Forum Southern Virginia University 2019-04-23 | The Southern Virginia University music ensembles performed for the last forum of the 2018-19 academic year on April 19.View the setlist at https://svu.edu/news/2019/music-ensembles-perform-at-forum/.
This Years Exceptional Student Achievements | Forum | April 12, 2019 Southern Virginia University 2019-04-15 | Southern Virginia University recognized and celebrated students’ exceptional achievements from the 2018-2019 school year in Friday’s forum on April 12.
Meet Bishop | #KnightVision Southern Virginia University 2019-04-04 | Meet Bishop Thompson-Williams, a sophomore from Gainesville, Virginia. He's majoring in psychology and minoring in both music and family & human development. He performs in many music ensembles including Accolade, our premier a cappella group, and he just received his mission call to the Trinidad, Port of Spain mission."I love the fact that the school is so small. We’re all supportive of one another, and are given opportunities to serve each other. It’s not hard to make a friend."Learn more about our music program at https://music.svu.edu/
Rod Smith: James Madison- The Father of Religious Liberty | Forum | March 29, 2019 Southern Virginia University 2019-04-02 | Former Southern Virginia University President Rod Smith taught students, faculty and staff about James Madison and religious freedom in forum on March 29.
Matthew Rasmussen: New Director of Buena Vista Institute of Religion | Forum | March 22, 2019 Southern Virginia University 2019-03-26 | Matthew Rasmussen will succeed David Moss as director of the Buena Vista Institute of Religion of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints beginning May 1, 2019.
Professor Knudsons physics cover of Never Enough Southern Virginia University 2019-03-14 | Physics professor Timothy Knudson has done it again! Celebrate Albert Einstein’s birthday and Pi Day with Dr. Knudson’s new hit rendition of “Never Enough.”
