Productive meeting of the Hampton Roads Caucus with regional business leaders today at Amazon’s new ORF4 Fulfillment Center in Virginia Beach

Productive meeting of the Hampton Roads Caucus with regional business leaders today at Amazon’s new ORF4 Fulfillment Center in Virginia Beach. Thanks to Delegate Cliff Hayes for leading an important discussion on regional planning, flooding, infrastructure, energy, and transportation—and to Lindsay Winter and the Amazon team for hosting us at this impressive new facility.

Today’s Chat ’N Chew at DeFord Manor

Today’s Chat ’N Chew at DeFord Manor with our Aramark Higher Education team provided an opportunity not only to discuss recent developments across the University, but also to celebrate special milestones. Anthony Daniels was recognized for an extraordinary 30 years of service to the University, Steve Watson for 10 years of dedicated service, and we also celebrated Bernice Bledsoe’s birthday. We thank our Aramark team for continuing to provide outstanding service and support to the University community.

Special thanks to Matthew Hughes, President, World Affairs Council of America, for visiting today

Special thanks to Matthew Hughes, President, World Affairs Council of America, for visiting today. We’re proud to host the World Affairs Council of Hampton Roads and so much of their excellent programming on our campus. Pictured with WACHR outgoing president Susan Bore, incoming president Gary Bonnewell ‘79 and board member & VWU VP Kelly Cordova.

Thanks to Bert Schmidt, CEO of WHRO Public Media, and Yvonne Almond, Board Chair, for an enjoyable evening at the Chrysler Museum of Art

Thanks to Bert Schmidt, CEO of WHRO Public Media, and Yvonne Almond, Board Chair, for an enjoyable evening at the Chrysler Museum of Art during “In Conversation — Leading Public Media Forward” featuring Paula Kerger, who has served as President and CEO of PBS since 2006. The WHRO Hunter B. Andrews Society Producers Circle Reception brought together thoughtful leaders and supporters committed to the future of public media and community engagement.

Thank you Chanello’s Pizza for supporting the #1 softball team in the nation — the 48-0 VWU Marlins!

Thank you Chanello’s Pizza for supporting the #1 softball team in the nation — the 48-0 VWU Marlins!

An enjoyable Founders’ Luncheon hosted by the Civic Leadership Institute

An enjoyable Founders’ Luncheon hosted by the Civic Leadership Institute. Special thanks to VWU Trustee Emeritus George Birdsong, President of the Birdsong Health Literacy Center of Excellence, for serving as presenting sponsor. We also appreciate the hospitality of Mary Kate Andris, CEO of CIVIC, and VP Kristin Stephens for a wonderful event. Pictured with Kelly Cordova, VWU Vice President; Bobby Beasley, Executive Vice President of Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate; and Matthew Leffler of Harvey Lindsay Real Estate.

An engaging evening with the World Affairs Council of Hampton Roads

An engaging evening with the World Affairs Council of Hampton Roads, a valued VWU Partner in Progress, at the Slover Library in Norfolk featuring acclaimed writer and international affairs expert Suzy Hansen. Hansen shared insights from her reporting on Turkish society, politics, and global affairs during her presentation, “From Life Itself: Turkey, Istanbul and a Neighborhood in the Age of Erdoğan.” A Pulitzer Prize finalist and award-winning author, she has written for The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, and The New York Review of Books.

Thanks to Doug Smith and his colleagues at the Hampton Roads Alliance for hosting an engaging discussion

Thanks to Doug Smith and his colleagues at the Hampton Roads Alliance for hosting an engaging discussion with former Governors Ralph Northam, Bob McDonnell, and George Allen. It was a valuable opportunity for business and civic leaders to hear thoughtful perspectives on leadership, economic development, and the future of the Commonwealth.

Great opportunity to visit with friends and colleagues from the business and government sectors

Great opportunity to visit with friends and colleagues from the business and government sectors during the Suffolk State of the City at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront Hotel and Conference Center. Pictured with Elaine Luria, Diane Kaufman, Erin Carter, Justin Saunders, George Birdsong, Nancy Grden, Chris Bryant, and Tage Counts.

Delighted to visit with members of the Alumni Council in a hybrid format this week and to share updates on the continued momentum and transformation of the University

Delighted to visit with members of the Alumni Council in a hybrid format this week and to share updates on the continued momentum and transformation of the University. Special thanks to Bill Gobble ’03 for his outstanding leadership and commitment to strengthening alumni engagement and connection across the Marlin community