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MVNU appoints Dr. Carol Matthews as Executive Director for Foundational Learning and Retention

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Carol Matthews as the new Executive Director for Foundational Learning and Retention. Dr. Matthews’ role embodies MVNU’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence, inclusive education, and the holistic growth of students within a Christ-centered learning community. Dr. Matthews brings a distinguished career in higher education spanning more than three decades, …

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MVNU Men’s Soccer Releases 2025 Schedule

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University men’s soccer team announced its 17-game regular season schedule on Tuesday, July 7. After a pair of scrimmages against Lourdes University and the University of Rio Grande, the regular season begins for first-year head coach Kaleb Blevins’ team. The Cougars open things up at home against Bluffton University on August 23, followed by …

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MVNU names Michael Black as Chief Financial Officer

 Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Michael Black, a 1995 alumnus, as the new Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer, effective today, July 1. Black brings over 25 years of experience in financial planning, investment management, and business operations. He currently serves as a Financial Planner and Regional Director at Money Concepts Wealth …

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Women’s Volleyball Announces 2025 Slate of Matches

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University women’s volleyball team released its 30-match schedule on Thursday, June 26. The season begins in Fullerton, California, in the HIU Invitational on August 22-23. The Invitational will be a good test early for the Lady Cougars, as they face four teams that were a part of the NAIA National Tournament and finished the …

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MVNU Women’s Soccer Releases 2025 Schedule

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University women’s soccer team announced its 17-game 2025 season schedule on Wednesday, June 25. Head Coach Sarah Maracani’s team opens its regular season on Saturday, August 23, at CH4 Stadium against Shawnee State at 2:00 pm. The rest of MVNU’s home nonconference schedule consists of matches against West Virginia Tech, Indiana University Kokomo, …

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Dr. Jodi Mills appointed Dean of the College of Adult and Professional Studies at Mount Vernon Nazarene University

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to announce that Dr. Jodi Mills has been appointed Dean of the College of Adult and Professional Studies, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Mills brings over 15 years of experience in nontraditional and adult education, with a strong record of leadership at Indiana Wesleyan University’s National & Global division. “We …

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MVNU Athletics Opens Cougar Wall of Fame Nominations

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. – Mount Vernon Nazarene University Athletics has opened nominations to the public for the MVNU Cougar Wall of Fame. The nomination period will take place between June 23 and July 23. All nominations will be sent to the Cougar Wall of Fame selection committee for review and a chance to be selected into the Wall of Fame during the …

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MVNU Announces Appointment of Dr. Judy Gregg as Dean of New College of Arts and Sciences

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Judy Gregg as Dean of the newly-formed College of Arts and Sciences, effective immediately. This appointment is a key part of MVNU’s strategic academic restructuring designed to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and enhance student success and underscores the university’s commitment to academic excellence and Christ-centered …

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MVNU Golf to Host Scramble Fundraiser at Chapel Hill Golf Course

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. –  On August 23, the Mount Vernon Nazarene University golf program will be hosting its golf scramble at the Chapel Hill Golf Course in Mount Vernon, Ohio. It is a five-man scramble that will consist of one MVNU golfer and four non-MVNU golfers. Cost is $125 per individual or $500 per team. There is also a hole-in-one challenge for …

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MVNU Unveils New Look for SonFest 2025 with Headliner ELEVATION RHYTHM

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is excited to announce updates are in store for SonFest 2025, MVNU’s premier one-day Christian music festival. Scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, SonFest will now be held in the newly renovated R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium, making it a rain-or-shine event for the first time. The 2025 lineup features a powerful lineup of …

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