It was an honor to accept the Outstanding Non-Profit in Fundraising Award today from Laurie Harrison, President of the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Hampton Roads chapter. Virginia Wesleyan was recognized for its strong record of philanthropic support that has led to new campus construction, two national-niche programs (the Batten Honors College and the Greer Environmental Sciences Center), upgrades of athletic facilities, and enhanced information technology—all constituting an astonishing transformation at our campus in just three years.