Shenandoah University News

2025-2026 Occupational Therapy Grads Receive Awards

Honors encompass four programs

Shenandoah University’s Division of Occupational Therapy is home to four programs, designed to serve students learning on a variety of schedules and with differing goals…

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Visit Shenandoah University During Virginia Private College Week

Prospective students who visit from July 20-25 will be entered to win an Amazon gift card and are eligible for an application fee waiver

Prospective students are invited to visit Shenandoah University during Virginia Private College Week, sponsored by the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV), on July…

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A balloon sculpture featuring red, gold and white balloons surrounds a lit "40" sign in the Hazel-Pruitt Armory at Shenandoah University to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Children's Literature Conference.

Shenandoah University’s Children’s Literature Conference Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Books and Reading Inspire Magic and Meaning During a Celebratory Year

Third-grade teacher Grace Bittle wiped tears from her eyes as she spoke with her favorite children’s author, Joanna Ho, following a Shenandoah University’s Children’s Literature…

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Three Honored With 2026 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards At Shenandoah University

Recent grads Amy Oleksy and Dylan Hill, staff member Elizabeth Albert earn national collegiate service award

Shenandoah University presented the 2026 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards to two recent graduates and a staff member in recognition of their service to others during…

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June and July 2026 Class Notes

In May, Cecil “Bill” Pierce (C ’74) retired after 26 years of teaching computer science at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland.   On June 5, Oneika…

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Jaxson Hall '26 (B.S. Psychology-Shenandoah University), wearing a gray suit and name tag, listens to another person at a Shenandoah University Leadership Academy networking event. Other people are present at the event, which looks like it is being held in a home's kitchen/dining area.

Shenandoah Grad Receives Competitive Governor’s Office Fellowship

Jaxson Hall ’26 selected from largest-ever applicant pool

A recent Shenandoah University graduate is one of the 30 students from Virginia colleges and universities selected for the 2026 cohort of the Governor’s Fellows…

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Shenandoah University Establishes Dr. Karen Huff Legacy Endowment For Children’s Literacy

Surprise gift for Children’s Literacy Conference co-founder and longtime director announced during conference’s 40th-year celebration

The Children’s Literature Conference at Shenandoah University celebrated its 40th year in 2026, and the university has unveiled the steps taken to ensure the conference…

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Shenandoah University Adds Second Performance of ‘Paul Anka: A Man and His Music’ on Aug. 16

Tickets go on sale Thursday, July 2 at noon

Due to overwhelming demand, Shenandoah University has added a second performance of “Paul Anka: A Man and His Music” featuring legendary singer-songwriter Paul Anka. In…

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A group of individuals perform onstage during "Guys and Dolls."

Shenandoah University Receives Virginia Tourism Corporation Grant

VTC provides $10,000 for tourism marketing for Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre

Photo courtesy of C King Media Shenandoah University has received a $10,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Marketing Leverage Program for Shenandoah Summer Music…

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