Today we had the honor of welcoming representatives of the Nansemond Indian Nation to return ancestral artifacts and dedicate a permanent land acknowledgment plaque on campus

Today we had the honor of welcoming representatives of the Nansemond Indian Nation to return ancestral artifacts and dedicate a permanent land acknowledgment plaque on campus—affirming our commitment to recognize and respect those whose presence continues to shape our campus and community. We are deeply grateful to Chief Keith Anderson, Assistant Chief Nikki Bass, and Thomas Badamo, Council Treasurer, Assistant Chief Emeritus, and President of the only Native American-led chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, for joining us in this meaningful moment. Support for the land-acknowledgment plaque provided by the William Granville Sale, Jr. Award given by the Presbytery of Eastern Virginia Peacemaking Committee in honor of the legacy of longtime committee member Bill Sale. Special thanks to the VWU Robert Nusbaum Center for orchestrating this important event.