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Give Now Class Notes Volunteer The More Marlins, the Merrier! Wesleyan Wednesday March 24, 2021 at 12 p.m. EST. Register The Value of Education with Dr. Clair Berube '83 Register today to hear from Dr. Clair Berube, VWU Assistant Professor of Education and Class of 1983. Dr. Berube has a deep love for science, the psychology of how people learn, and social justice topics within education. Her research has centered around urban schools, the effects of high stakes testing on learning, and gender and race in STEM education and problem-based learning. She will be speaking about the value of education and offering tips for remote learning during COVID-19. Previous Wesleyan Wednesday's can be viewed here. Campus News VWU Commemorates Women’s History Month Distinguished speakers and special events are on the agenda for the University's celebration of the vital role of women throughout history and in contemporary society. More Remembering a Legend: Donald M. Forsyth In his more than 29 years at Virginia Wesleyan, Forsyth served as a mentor and friend to athletes on and off the court. More VWU Hosts 2021 Climate Action Pursuit Virginia Wesleyan University is serving as a host institution for the 2021 Climate Action Pursuit: Toward Justice and Resilience, a higher education leadership summit led by Second Nature and the Intentional Endowments Network. More Record Setting ODAC Swimming Championships The Virginia Wesleyan University men's and women's swim teams wrapped up the 2021 ODAC Championship meet with the men finishing 6th (167 Pts.) and the women 5th (204.40 Pts.). Six school records went down as the Marlins swam fast times in the Liberty Natatorium. More Mask Up for VWU! With a gift of $50 or more to The Excellence Fund before April 1, you will receive an exclusive Virginia Wesleyan Alumni face mask. The global pandemic has created financial and emotional hardship for many of our students, and your generosity makes it possible for Marlins to pursue their dreams in a safe environment. Help us spread the word, not the virus, by taking a picture wearing your mask, posting to social media with the hashtag #VWUMaskUp. Thank you for keeping Marlin Nation safe and for investing in our students! I'll Mask Up! Get Involved Marlin to Marlin Mentoring Program The Marlin to Marlin Mentoring Program is designed to cultivate meaningful mentor/mentee relationships between alumni who have completed an experiential learning opportunity. The mentoring relationships are meant to provide support and guidance to current students and foster productive conversations about the process. Fill out our volunteer form to express your interest. Business Management Certificate Enhance your business and professional skills with a Business Management Certificate from VWU! Some classes, such as Effective Communication, will be taught by our beloved faculty, Dr. Linda Ferguson and Professor Robin Takacs. For more information, contact Larry Belcher, Director of Enrollment for VWU Global Campus at lbelcher@vwu.edu. University Alumni and Corporate Partners We'd like to offer our support by promoting alumni and corporate partners to the Marlin family and the greater community. We hope that this will help to provide the sustainability that these businesses need as we all continue to face the new challenges each day brings. Fill out our form to submit your business for promotion. Recommend a Future Marlin Students whom you refer and enroll will receive a $1,000 annual grant applicable to tuition. Their award will be renewable through four years of study, assuming satisfactory academic progress toward their degree. The award will be bestowed in your name, in recognition of your contribution to the enrollment process. Campus Updates The Macedo and Rosenblum Family Suite Dr. Richard Rosenblum, a longtime supporter of VWU athletics and men's basketball, recently surprised Men's Basketball Head Coach Dave Macedo and his family with the dual naming of the men's basketball office suite: The Macedo and Rosenblum Family Suite. Hofheimer Theatre Although Hofheimer Theatre is currently being used as classroom to allow for proper social distancing, its renovation is still looking great! Our sincere thanks to the Hofheimer family for supporting this special project. To keep the campus community healthy and safe, VWU alumni and guests are not permitted on campus until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Give Now  ‌  ‌  ‌  ‌ Update Your  Information