Virginia Wesleyan University

We’re over here cheering loud for our Marlins! 💙

Episode 3 of our podcast is out! In this episode of Tradition Transformed, we explore how we are advancing student success through a comprehensive and evolving network of support services.

From The Learning Center and academic advising to tutoring and the newly established Center for Neurodiversity and Career Development, these initiatives are designed to meet the diverse needs of today’s learners.

As the University prepares to become Batten University on July 1, its student support model continues to adapt—ensuring both traditional and non-traditional students are equipped to thrive and graduate successfully.

Listen at the link in bio, or go to vwu.edu/podcast

Today we honor and remember the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country 🇺🇸

Tassels were turned and caps were tossed 🎓💙

Thanks to everyone who submitted their graduation photos, we loved celebrating and sharing the amazing Class of 2026!

Criminal Justice major A’yanna Precious Angel Rivera plans to continue her education and attend law school.

Political Science and Hispanic Studies major Breanne Bessette received a Fulbright grant to teach English in Madrid, Spain for a year.

Psychology and Criminal Justice major Emilie Dajc will attend graduate school at the University of Michigan.

Environmental Studies major with minors in Political Science and Marine Science Erin Beaudry will attend the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University to pursue a Juris Doctor degree.

Congratulations, Marlins! We can’t wait to see where life takes you next 💙

Once a Marlin, always a Marlin 🎓💙

Psychology major Keniyah Hampton hopes to work in Human Resources as an HRBP or talent and development specialist.

Psychology major Ella Clingenpeel will be studying school psychology at William & Mary.

Recreational Therapy major Olivia Riddick will be working toward becoming a certified recreational therapist.

Psychology major Sydney Lysette Murray plans to return to school next spring to pursue a master’s degree in Social Work with a focus on nonprofit organizations.

Comprehensive Liberal Studies major with an Art minor Cael Long will be working as an adaptive swimming instructor for children with disabilities and serving as an art activity leader at a youth camp.