Hoetmer ’00 Stars in ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ Movie

October 11, 2024

Danielle Hoetmer ’00 (Bachelor of Arts in Theatre) continues to make waves in the film industry. She stars as Mrs. Wendelken in the upcoming major motion picture, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” directed by Dallas Jenkins, creator and director of “The Chosen.” In this heartwarming Christmas comedy, Hoetmer stars alongside the amazing Judy Greer, Lauren Graham and Pete Holmes, to name a few. On a special note, her real-life daughter, Lorelei Olivia Mote, also joins the cast, playing Alice Wendelken, marking their second feature film together. The film will be released nationwide in theaters on Nov. 8, 2024. Hoetmer resides in Los Angeles, California, and is repped by Master Talent Agency and Aspire Talent Management.

A Quarter-Century Of Unparalleled Leadership: Shenandoah University Celebrates President Tracy Fitzsimmons’ 25 Years of Service

Dr. Fitzsimmons, who recently started her 19th year as SU president, is the longest-serving current president of any single Virginia college or university

August 19, 2026

A Man and His Music: Paul Anka Performs Two Sold-Out Shows at Shenandoah University

Legendary singer-songwriter enchants crowd with pair of performances sponsored by Cecil Pruitt, Jr.

August 19, 2026

A Shenandoah student sits at a table with two older adults as they make Valentine's Day cards.

Shenandoah University Piloting New Lifelong Learning Program

As SAGE Scholars, older adults will be able to attend college classes alongside Shenandoah students

August 18, 2026

Director Of Shenandoah’s PMHNP Program Featured On Podcast

Paula Allocca, Ph.D., recently appeared on Peplau’s Ghost, a podcast that explores the use of psychotherapy by psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners

August 17, 2026

Stock image of a stethoscope on a sky blue background.

Shenandoah Physician Assistant Studies Program Students Distinguish Themselves On National Stage

Student PAs recognized as leaders and scholars

August 14, 2026

Karen Schaufeld, an author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, lawyer, and ardent early reading advocate, holds her book, "Larry and Bob" as she answers student questions at Sully Elementary School in Loudoun County, Virginia as part of Shenandoah University's Camp Read A Lot. She is smiling, has long silver hair, and is wearing glasses and a blue button-up shirt.

A Story Shared, And Memories Made

Author Karen Schaufeld delights Camp Read A Lot with her book, “Larry and Bob”

August 13, 2026

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