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MVNU athletics names Mark Pratt head softball coach
Jul 25, 2025
The Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) Athletics announced the appointment of Mark Pratt as the new head softball coach on Thursday, July 24.
Hodkinson earns back-to-back CoSIDA Academic All-America First Team Honors
Jul 17, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University's Evan Hodkinson has been recognized among the nation's top student-athletes, earning CoSIDA Academic All-America First Team honors for the second consecutive year.
Cougars set sights on 2025 cross country season with challenging slate
Jul 17, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s men’s and women’s cross country teams are preparing for the 2025 season, following a successful 2024 campaign.
MVNU appoints new executive director for foundational learning and retention
Jul 14, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) has announced the appointment of Dr. Carol Matthews as its new executive director for foundational learning and retention.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University's men's soccer team announces 2025 schedule
Jul 9, 2025
The Mount Vernon Nazarene University men's soccer team has released its schedule for the 2025 season.
MVNU women’s soccer releases 2025 season schedule
Jun 25, 2025
The Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) women's soccer team has announced its 17-game schedule for the 2025 season.
Dr. Jodi Mills appointed dean at Mount Vernon Nazarene University's adult studies college
Jun 25, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University has announced the appointment of Dr. Jodi Mills as 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,...
MVNU opens nominations for Cougar Wall of Fame
Jun 23, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) Athletics has announced the opening of nominations for the MVNU Cougar Wall of Fame.
MVNU golf program plans fundraising event at Chapel Hill Golf Course
Jun 17, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is organizing a golf scramble event on August 23 at the Chapel Hill Golf Course in Mount Vernon, Ohio.
Doug Matthews appointed division chair of Christian ministry at Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Jun 12, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University has announced the appointment of Dr. Doug Matthews as Division Chair of Christian Ministry, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Matthews, a leader in theological education and ministry, returns to MVNU to guide future...
MVNU moves SonFest 2025 indoors to new chapel venue
Jun 11, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) has announced that SonFest 2025 will be held on Saturday, September 20, in the newly renovated R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium.
WNZR exceeds fundraising goal with successful Lifeline 2025 campaign
Jun 11, 2025
WNZR 90.9 FM, a radio ministry of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, has announced the successful completion of its annual fundraiser, Lifeline 2025.
Brian Bäby retrospective exhibit opens at MVNU’s Schnormeier Gallery
Jun 9, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University has announced that its Schnormeier Gallery will host the exhibit "Latent Image — Brian Bäby Retrospective" from June 6 to August 1.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University softball players named to NFCA all-region teams
May 28, 2025
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) has announced that softball players Skylar Zimmerman and Avery Miller have been named to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-Region teams.
MVNU track teams conclude NAIA Nationals with notable performances
May 27, 2025
The Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) men's and women's track and field teams concluded their participation in the 2025 NAIA Outdoor Track & Field National Championships on Friday, May 23.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University prepares for NAIA outdoor track nationals
May 21, 2025
The Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) men's and women's track and field teams are preparing to compete in the 2025 NAIA Outdoor Track & Field National Championships.
MVNU honors professors with new leadership award
May 14, 2025
During the 65th Commencement ceremonies at Mount Vernon Nazarene University on May 3, a new accolade, the Presidential Outstanding Leadership Award, was presented to Dr. Paul Madtes Jr. and Dr. Bob Tocheff.
Kunes and Hodkinson receive MVNU's Service Above Self awards
May 14, 2025
Marissa Kunes and Evan Hodkinson were recognized with the 2024-25 Service Above Self Awards during the 65th MVNU Commencement ceremonies on May 3.
Tim Chesnut receives teaching award at Mount Vernon Nazarene University
May 14, 2025
Associate Professor Tim Chesnut has been awarded the Excellence in Teaching Award for the 2024-25 academic year.
MVNU honors Bishop Edward T. Cook and Mark R. Ramser with honorary degrees
May 14, 2025
Bishop Edward T. Cook and Mark R. Ramser were recently honored with honorary degrees at Mount Vernon Nazarene University's 65th Commencement ceremonies on May 3.