Doubleheaders

Day-night doubleheader in our nation’s Capitol. Thanks Scott Tominovich! (Go Atlanta Braves!)

 

Story about Abby Mahoney

Proud to share this story about an outstanding Marlin and exceptional program: https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/abigail-mahoney-a-pioneer-in-virginia-wesleyan-universitys-growth-and-transformation?fbclid=IwAR2KIwTaUgdQCxJ8jVHM19asuCTsTlZktMccrq56TRRvK_Za6pTVkdVIYRI

Visit with Chris Mitchell

 

Nice to visit with Chris Mitchell, President of Kappa Alpha Psi. The fraternity has recently worked to donate school supplies to Camelot Elementary and will host a campus clean up next week.

IEN Fall Forum 2023

I’m excited to speak at #IENFallForum23 on Oct 25 at Virginia Wesleyan University. Join me to dive into thought-provoking dialogues around sustainable investing, network with fellow higher education stakeholders, and be inspired to set and move forward sustainable investing goals. Register here: https://ow.ly/gL3Y50POouk

 

Marlin Family Campaign Kickoff Meeting

Wonderful kickoff meeting and breakfast for the ambassadors of the Marlin Family Campaign for Faculty & Staff: (clockwise) Dr. Bill McConnell, Michele Hedspeth, Crit Muniz, Sarah Guzzo, Bethany Tsiaras, Kelly Jackson ‘84, Brandon Foster ‘19, Ryley van der Velde, and Dr. Elizabeth Malcolm. (Not pictured: Frank Futyma and Ashley Roehrman ‘21)

 

The End of an Era

Today marked the end of my extended term as Chair of the Board of Directors of Virginia Private Colleges and is was a pleasure to host the Governor, Secretary of Education, and 28 members presidents on the VWU campus. I am so proud to have served as chair during the search that led to Chris Peace (right) as VPC's new President. VPC is our most important membership providing collaborative services in the areas of public policy, cost containment and professional development.

 

Youngkin at VWU

 

Gov. Glenn Youngkin joined presidents of Virginia Private Colleges this morning at VWU during our annual meeting, a group I serve as Chair. He was introduced by VWU Trustee and alumnus Taylor Franklin (top). The VPC discussed statewide educational initiatives and the role of private education with the Governor and Secretary of Education Aimee Guidera.

Presidents in DeFord Manor

 

A wonderful reception at DeFord Manor with my presidential colleagues in the Virginia Private Colleges along with Virginia delegates. Pictured: Del. Angela Williams Graves (top); Del. Cliff Hayes and Hampton University President Darrell Williams (left); and new Liberty University President Dondi Constin (right).

Hosting Kevin Hallock and Chris Peace

 

Pleased to host presidents from the 27 Virginia Private Colleges association for two days of meetings. Pictured in Brock Commons before the opening session with Kevin Hallock, President of the University of Richmond, and Chris Peace, President of VPC.

ODAC Player of the Week

 

Congratulations to our Presidential Associate and graduate student Abigail Mahoney, on being named ODAC Player of the Week in women’s volleyball with 67 points and .366 hitting percentage over four matches last week. #gdtbam