06/11/2026
Invites are o-fish-ally in the mail 🎉😉
John Wesley’s birthday is June 28, and we’re honoring him with a party that gives back!
Support the Excellence Fund and help provide current and future Marlins with opportunities worth celebrating, including internships, undergraduate research, study away programs, and service-learning experiences.
As a thank you, alumni who make a qualifying gift can claim a Virginia Wesleyan party favor from our collection of campus keepsakes and treasures.
No birthday cake required, just a commitment to student success! Check out our party favors and start celebrating through the link in our bio! 🎂
06/08/2026
We are proud to announce the newest members of the Alumni Council, beginning July 1. This group brings experience across customer success, banking, mental health counseling, medical sales, and graduate research, and represents alumni living in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio. We remain deeply grateful for the dedication and involvement of our alumni leaders.
Top row, from left: Emily Amland, MBA ‘21, Melina Cabral ‘23, MBA ‘24, and Andreas Combos ‘20.
Bottom row, from left: Brandon Foster ‘19, Zac Green ‘09, and Juwon Seaborne ‘22, MEnvs ‘25
05/21/2026
The road to Salem, VA now runs through Virginia Beach! Our top-ranked team prepares to host Case Western Reserve University tomorrow and Friday in the 2026 NCAA Division III Softball Super Regional at Broyles Field at TowneBank Park! Come on out and cheer on your Marlins! 🥎🐟🎉
05/19/2026
FUJIFILM Americas announced that Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), the premier biotechnology advocacy organization representing biotech companies, industry leaders, and state biotech associations in the United States and more than 35 countries across the globe, has welcomed Fujifilm’s Crystal Fry-Vanuch ‘05 as a newly elected member of its Board of Directors for the 2026-2030 term.
Fry-Vanuch serves as Head of Government Affairs for FUJIFILM Americas. Prior to joining Fujifilm in 2023, Fry-Vanuch spent more than 20 years in the biopharmaceutical industry and developed significant expertise in the specialized field of government affairs for global pharmaceutical companies.
“The invitation to join BIO’s board is a tremendous honor,” said Fry-Vanuch. “Fujifilm’s deepening involvement in BIO reflects our commitment to the success of the entire biotech sector. This is an opportunity to work alongside the top leaders in our field during a dynamic time in the industry, and to contribute to policy building and advocacy that is shaping the next era of biotech.”
Congratulations, Crystal!
05/19/2026